Playcentre Aotearoa has a new part-time position, Kaiwhakaako – Tutor role to deliver te ao Māori content and support ākonga Māori enrolled in Playcentre Education. This position includes online and face-to-face delivery of PE4 Te Kākano – Te Reo me ona Tikanga Māori and creation of teaching and learning resources, as well as developing a support network for ākonga Māori (Māori adult learners) in Playcentre Education. This role is primarily work-from-home, with some travel for workshop delivery and ākonga support in various Playcentre venues. Potentially this role could be paired with casual Professional Learning & Development facilitation if the applicant is looking for additional hours.
Position details:
Start date:
As soon as possible. Can be negotiated with the right candidate.
Location:
Work from home and various Playcentres.
Days & hours:
This is a 12 month fixed-term position. Days and hours can be negotiated with the successful candidate.
The ideal candidate will:
- Demonstrate the principles and values of Te Whare Tikanga Māori
- Have excellent relationship management skills
- Have strong communication skills, both oral and written
- Be organised – excellent time management skills and ability to meet deadlines
- Have the flexibility to travel and work remotely as required from time to time
- Be committed to ongoing professional development and growth
Desirable skills and experience will include:
- an ECE qualification at Level 4+ (i.e., the NZ Certificate in Early Childhood Education and Care (Level 4) or the NZ Diploma (Level 5) or an ECE-teaching qualification or Course 4 of the Playcentre Diploma).
- Qualifications and/or life experience in te reo me ona tikanga Māori.
- Qualifications in adult teaching and learning preferred, and/or willingness to undertake further study.
- Prior experience in a similar position, and ECE or Playcentre experience is useful
- A passion for Playcentre and our philosophy;
- Knowledge and understanding of how to apply Te Whariki and a commitment to Te Tiriti o Waitangi;
- Great time management and with strong interpersonal and communication skills, and experience at centre level communicating with both tamariki and adults;
- Confidence when speaking within a group
Applicants for this position should have NZ residency or a valid NZ work visa.
Closing date:
Until position is filled
How to apply:
Apply by sending your CV & cover letter to [email protected]. Please include “Kaiwhakaako Tutor” in the subject line. Please contact us to request a position description or for further information