Kaiako Pathways | Flexible Office Location - North Island

Job Description

1x Position - Kaiako Pathways

Fixed Term (May - December 2026)

Part-Time, 0.4 FTE (16 Hours)

Based in a local Te Kura tari (office) in the North Island 

Kaiako | Teacher – Pathways 

Nau mai, haere mai ki Te Kura

At Te Aho o Te Kura Pounamu (Te Kura), our ākonga sit at the centre of everything we do. For more than 100 years, we've supported learners across Aotearoa — evolving from lessons once delivered on horseback to flexible, future‑focused learning that happens anywhere, anytime.

Today, Te Kura provides personalised distance learning programmes from early childhood through to Year 13, as well as young adult and adult learners. Our ākonga select subjects aligned to their passions and interests, accessing learning online and supported by kaiako who motivate, guide, and foster engagement.

Alongside teaching and learning, our kaiako provide strong pastoral care and build genuine relationships with ākonga through regular huinga ako — online and face‑to‑face — where learners receive guidance, feel connected, and strengthen their sense of belonging.

Mō tēnei tūranga mahi | About the position

Are you a passionate, caring Kaiako who thrives on inspiring learners and building meaningful connections? We're seeking a creative and innovative Kaiako with experience in Pathways to join our Overseas and Early Childhood region, with a flexiable office location across the North Island (must be able to access a local Te Kura office).

Teaching and learning at Te Kura is supported through a range of online communication tools, so confidence and capability with digital technologies is essential.

In this role, you will:

• Support ākonga to engage deeply in learning that reflects their interests, aspirations, and goals
• Provide purposeful feedback and guidance that builds confidence and learner capability
• Demonstrate curiosity and a willingness to grow your te reo Māori knowledge and bicultural practice
• Collaborate with colleagues and whānau to design flexible, creative learning experiences

Ko koe tēnei | About you

You will bring:

• New Zealand teacher registration and a current practising certificate
• Experience teaching across the primary years (Years 1–8) and strong knowledge of the New Zealand Curriculum
• A warm, inclusive approach that supports and uplifts all ākonga
• Confidence using digital tools to engage and connect with learners
• A collaborative mindset, a positive attitude, and a genuine passion for teaching and learning

Ngā Uara o Te Kura | Our Values

At Te Kura, our values guide how we work and learn together:

• Manaaki — showing respect, generosity, and care
• Whanaungatanga — building meaningful relationships and belonging
• Tika — acting with fairness and integrity
• Ākonga at the Centre — guiding every decision we make

Hei whakautu | In return

You'll join a committed, values‑driven team who care deeply about every learner's journey. If you're looking for a teaching role that combines purpose, flexibility, creativity, and connection — we'd love to hear from you.

Me pēhea te tuku tono | How to Apply

Excited to join our team? Click the Apply button and tell us your story—we'd love to hear from you!

Applications must be submitted through our careers portal. Applicants must have the legal right to teach, reside and work in New Zealand.

E hiahia mōhio anō ana koe? | Like to find out more?   

For more information, check out the position description, or contact Wendy Talbot-Aspin, Ragional Manager, Early Childhood & Overseas region, via email at Wendy.Talbot-Aspin@tekura.school.nz

If you encounter any issues during the application process, please email jobs@tekura.school.nz 

Applications close at 11:59pm Sunday 10 May 2026.