Māori Performing Arts Teacher (Kaiako)

About the role

A kaupapa Māori tertiary college is hiring a Kaiako (teacher) in Māori Performing Arts (Kāwai Raupapa) at its Raroera campus in Kirikiriroa. The post is full-time, 37.5 hours per week, on a fixed-term basis until 17 December 2027.

Key responsibilities

• Inspire creativity and cultural expression through Māori and Indigenous art.
• Guide students in developing their artistic practice in areas such as carving, wharenui building or video production.
• Create engaging, hands-on learning experiences that connect theory, practice and tikanga.
• Support student success through mentoring, assessment and tailored learning approaches.
• Foster an inclusive learning environment based on whanaungatanga, ako and kaupapa Māori values.
• Contribute to the preservation and advancement of Māori arts by sharing knowledge, skills and creative expertise.

Required profile

• Qualification in Māori Performing Arts or a related field, with expertise in a recognised kaupapa toi discipline.
• Experience teaching or mentoring adult learners, or the ability to support learners in a tertiary environment.
• Demonstrated experience and credibility within the Māori Performing Arts sector.
• Strong understanding of tikanga Māori, kaupapa toi and mātauranga Māori.
• Excellent communication, facilitation and relationship-building skills.
• Current full New Zealand driver's licence and willingness to grow professionally.
• Willingness to take part in cultural activities and develop an understanding of Māori values, culture and tikanga is desirable.

What we offer

• Whānau-friendly workplace.
• Four extra annual leave days to celebrate Matariki and the holiday season.
• Wellness programme offering free events and services.
• Free on-site carparking.

The application closes when a suitable candidate is found; a position description is available on the college's careers website.