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July 10, 2024

Te Wānanga o Aotearoa

Gisborne

OTHER


Teacher - Early Learning Centre (ELC)

About us
Te Wānanga o Aotearoa (TWo A) is New Zealand’s second largest tertiary institution and the world’s largest indigenous tertiary educator, and we’ve been providing transformational education opportunities to New Zealanders for nearly 40 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.
Our kaimahi (employees) enjoy a whānau-friendly workplace where everyone is encouraged to be themselves. In return for their contribution, we offer kaimahi a range of benefits including:
  • Free health and life insurance for permanent employees.
  • Four extra annual leave days to celebrate Matariki and the Christmas/New Year season.
  • Special leave available for sporting or cultural events.
  • Tau Ora programmes that encourage wellbeing and inclusion.
  • Free car parking.

About this role
We are currently seeking a passionate Early Learning (Puna Whakatupu) Teacher to join us at our Whare Amai Puna Reo, on a casual basis based in Elgin, Gisborne.
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 Children’s 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.
Apply today!
Have we outlined a role that matches your capabilities and aspirations, and a workplace that appeals? Applications will close as soon as we have a suitable shortlist, so apply now.
A position description is available on our career’s website. For any other queries, please email jobs@twoa.ac.nz

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