Teacher - Early Learning Centre

2 weeks ago

Hamilton, New Zealand Te Wānanga o Aotearoa Full time

**About us**

Te Wānanga o Aotearoa (TWoA) is New Zealand’s second largest tertiary institution, and we’ve been providing transformational education opportunities to New Zealanders for over 35 years. Our vision of **‘Whānau transformation through education’** drives our commitment to being at the forefront of tertiary education underpinned by Māori culture and values.

Ko ngā uara (our values) are woven throughout the actions we take to achieve great outcomes for our tauira (students) and kaimahi (employees):

- ** Te Aroha**:Having regard for one another and those for whom we are responsible and to whom we are accountable.
- ** Te Whakapono**:The basis of our beliefs and the confidence that what we are doing is right.
- ** Ngā Ture**:The knowledge that our actions are morally and ethically right and that we are acting in an honourable manner.
- ** Kotahitanga**:Unity amongst iwi and other ethnicities; standing as one.

We are currently seeking a passionate **Early Learning (Puna Whakatupu) Teacher** to join us at our **Apakura Te Kākano Puna Reo**,** **casual **basis based in** Te Awamutu.**

In this role, you will be responsible for providing last-minute cover when a team member is unable to work due to illness or other reasons. This may involve receiving a call either in the morning or the previous evening to cover a full day or specific time. Additionally, you’ll be involved in managing planned leave. Prior to the leave period, you’ll have the opportunity to indicate if you are available for all, part of or none of the time and we will work together to finalise arrangements.”

Our commitment is to create lasting and enriching experiences for Tamariki and whānau by providing exceptional holistic educational opportunities through engaging interactive learning. As an Early Learning Teacher, you will create a safe, culturally enriched learning environment for our tamariki. Your role includes delivering marau Māori aligned with Te Whāriki, documenting tamariki progress, and collaborating with kaimahi and whānau to achieve positive outcomes, while supporting our strategic direction. Your impact is diverse and vital to high-quality education.

**About you**

To be successful for this role, you will have the following:

- Qualification in Teaching for Early Childhood Education or Primary - Level 7
- A current Practicing Certificate issued by the Teaching Council of Aotearoa New Zealand.
- Proven experience working with tamariki.
- A sound understanding of Māori culture, values, tikanga and te reo.
- A full NZ Driver’s License.
- This role as classes as a Core Worker and you will need to pass a safety check under the Childrens Act 2014.
- The role does require some lifting, bending, and standing for long periods of time.

As a kaupapa Māori organisation, your willingness to participate in cultural activities and develop an understanding of Āhuatanga Māori (values, culture and tikanga) is desirable.

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