Te Reo Māori Teacher (Level 3 & 4)

About the role

Two Rivers, a kaupapa Māori tertiary provider, is recruiting a Kaiako to deliver Level 3 and 4 te reo Māori programmes using full immersion teaching grounded in tikanga Māori, whanaungatanga and ako. The role sits within a collaborative kaupapa Māori environment and involves supporting students' success from induction through to achievement.

Key responsibilities

• Deliver high-quality te reo Māori programmes (Levels 3 & 4) with full immersion teaching.
• Plan lessons, develop resources and adapt delivery to meet diverse student learning needs and goals.
• Support students end-to-end, including induction, assessment, progress monitoring, retention strategies and educational outcomes.
• Embed te ao Māori in practice, showing fluency in spoken and written te reo Māori and strong knowledge of āhuatanga Māori, pūrākau, whakapapa and iwi contexts.
• Maintain academic quality and compliance, including assessment, moderation and administration aligned with NZQA and organisational requirements.
• Take part in hui, wānanga, pōhiri, student recruitment and wider wānanga activities.

Required profile

• Level 5 qualification (or higher) in te reo Māori, with adult tertiary teaching and assessment credentials, or ability to obtain them within 12 months.
• Proven experience teaching te reo Māori in full immersion, ideally with adult learners.
• Full NZ driver's licence and flexibility to support learning activities such as noho, wānanga and field trips.
• Willingness to participate in cultural activities and develop an understanding of Māori values, culture and tikanga is desirable.

Required skills

• Strong planning, communication and reflective practice skills.
• Genuine commitment to student success and professional growth.

What we offer

• Free health and life insurance for permanent employees.
• Four extra annual leave days to celebrate Matariki and the holiday season.
• A wellness programme offering free events and services for physical and mental wellbeing.
• Free on-site carparking.