Kaiako for Foundation Learners

4 days ago


Christchurch, Canterbury, New Zealand Te Wananga O Aotearoa Full time

About Our Programme

Our Te Ara Hihiri programme is designed to support the development of literacy and numeracy skills for people in prison in Aotearoa. This is achieved through small classes, capped at 6 tauira per class, and close collaboration with Ara Poutama/ Department of Corrections' staff.

Job Description

As an Education Specialist, you will be responsible for:

  • Teaching tauira who have been assessed at step 1 or 2 on the Literacy and Numeracy for Adult Assessment Tool to develop their capability.
  • Developing learning and lesson plans tailored to the needs of each tauira.
  • Contributing to the development of teaching resources.
  • Maintaining records of tauira assessment results, attendance, progress, and feedback.
  • Ensuring compliance to regulatory and contractual requirements.

About You

We 're looking for someone who has the following:

  • A teaching or training background.
  • National Certificate in Adult Literacy and Numeracy Education (Vocational) - Level 5.
  • Good knowledge of te reo/tikanga Maori ((Level 2 or above), or a willingness to learn.
  • A full NZ driver's license.
  • Experience with foundation learners an advantage.

Benefits

We offer the opportunity to make a profound impact on the lives of people in prison and contribute to reducing Maori over-representation in the prison system. As a kaupapa Maori organisation, we value our team members' commitment to cultural awareness and understanding.



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