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Keen kid-centred kaiako

NZ, New Zealand
Australasia
Full Time
Status
Actively Hiring
Date Listed30 March 2026
ContractPermanent
PlatformInstitution Direct

About This Role

Waimata School Waikato

Keen kid-centred kaiako

Primary and intermediate (Years 1–8) / kura tuatahi, Certificated teacher

Te reo Māori
MITA

  Suitable for beginning teachers
Listed 2:35 pm 26 March 2026
Closes 3pm 04 April 2026
Vacancy reference #: 1HAs0S

Permanent, full-time Year 4-6

Te Kura o Waimata is looking for a passionate kaiako to join our small rural team. We have a fabulous supportive school board, high calibre kaimahi and vibrant, energetic tamariki.

This is an exciting opportunity to be part of a collaborative and forward-thinking team focused on delivering high-quality learning experiences.

The successful applicant will:

  • Have competency in te reo Māori and a deep commitment to tikanga Māori
  • Be a strong classroom practitioner with culturally responsive pedagogy
  • Have the ability to build strong relationships with ākonga, staff, whānau, and the community
  • Preferably have completed Structure Literacy training or already competent practice.
  • Be innovative, passionate, and ready to contribute to positive change
  • Engage in ongoing professional learning and school-wide inquiry 

The job is available for immediate start, or by negotiation for the right candidate. 

If you are ready to make a difference in a community that values who you are and what you bring, we would love to hear from you.

How to apply

Please send your CV and covering letter addressing the specifications to:

Raelene Miller
9780, State Highway 2, RD1,
principal@waimata.school.nz
0272577488

Vacancy reference #:1HAs0S

Listed 2:35 pm 26 March 2026
Closes 3pm 04 April 2026

Waimata School NZ

School details

Waimata School

Type: Contributing
Authority: State
Gender: Co-Ed
Decile: 0
Roll: 60
Website:

School number: 2058
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Physical address:
9780 Tauranga Road (SH2), Waihi

Postal Address:
9780 State Highway 2 RD 1, Waihi, 3681

Compensation

£30,000 - £45,000+ (Regional Equivalent)
*Estimated range based on regional data averages for this role profile. Extracted packages may vary.
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Application Details
Application Deadline
Ongoing
Effective Date of Employment
Immediate / Flexible
Reference ID
56C1E85F