Kaiwhakaako – Tutor role

Job Category: Kaiwhakaako - Tutor
Job Type: Part Time

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