Job description

Join our whānau at Te Awhina Kohanga Reo and be part of a dynamic team that is making a real difference in the lives of our tamariki. As a kaiako with us, you will have the incredible opportunity to inspire and empower tamariki, enriching their learning experiences and fostering their growth. Our kohanga reo is deeply rooted in the local community and is committed to the revitalization and preservation of te reo Māori. We believe in fostering a strong sense of identity and pride in our tamariki through language, play-based learning, and connections with whānau (family) and wider communities. At Te Awhina Kohanga Reo, we are guided by the principles of Te Whāriki a te Kōhanga Reo and are dedicated to providing a supportive and inclusive environment where every child's unique abilities and potential are recognized and celebrated. We nurture our kaiako through integration of our core values; Whanaungatanga, Manakitanga, Kotahitanga, and Maramatanga.

Position: Kaiāwhina

Is this Kōhanga in Pay Parity: Yes

Te Kōhanga Reo: Te Āwhina Te Kōhanga Reo

About the role

• We are currently seeking passionate and dedicated kaiako (teachers) to join our whanau and contribute to the positive learning journey of our tamariki. If you are enthusiastic about Te Reo Māori and its significance in early childhood education, and if you are committed to providing highquality care and education that respects and reflects tikanga, we encourage you to apply. Join our whānau at Te Kōhanga Reo o Te Āwhina, a flourishing centre with over 30 years of commitment to nurturing our mokopuna through Te Reo Māori and tikanga.

Key responsibilities

• Uphold the kaupapa and mātāpono of Te Kōhanga Reo.
• Collaborate closely with whānau and kaimahi to foster a nurturing environment for our tamariki.
• Demonstrate enthusiasm for the educational and cultural development of mokopuna.
• Pursue professional development within the Kōhanga Reo training framework.

Essential criteria

• Fluency in te reo Māori and deep understanding of its tikanga.
• Passionate about working tamariki.
• Must not have a criminal record.

Desirable Qualifications

• Previous experience in a Kōhanga Reo or similar educational setting.
• A current core workers police vetting.
• Holds a current first aid qualification.
• Holds Te Tohu Te Ara Tuatahi.
• Holds Te Tohu Te Ara Tuarua.
• Holds or enrolled in either Te Tohu Whakapakari or Te Tohu Paetahi.
• Understanding of Tikanga Māori.

Work days and hours

• Monday to Friday: 35-40 hours per week, Monday to Friday.

   

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