Teacher (Reliever) - Early Learning

1 week ago

Gisborne, New Zealand Te Wānanga o Aotearoa Full time

**Teacher (Reliever) - Early Learning**
- Embrace the opportunity to inspire the next generation
- Casual reliever position, based in Elgin, Gisborne
- A whānau-friendly workplace

**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.

**About the role**

Our commitment is to create lasting and enriching experiences for Tamariki and whānau by providing exceptional holistic educational opportunities through engaging interactive learning. We are currently seeking a passionate and dedicated casual reliever to join our team. As a casual reliever, you will support our educators and ensure that every child in our care has a positive and enriching experience. This position offers flexibility and the opportunity to work in a dynamic and rewarding environment.

As an Early Learning Teacher at **Whare Amai Puna Reo,** you will help 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 Drivers 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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