Permanent Kaiako - Year 1-8 | Wellington

Job Description

1x Position

Permanent (Starting April 2026)

Full-Time, 1.0FTE (40 hours Per Week)

Based in our Wellington tari

Kaiako | Teacher – Years 1 - 8

Nau mai, haere mai ki Te Kura

At Te Aho o Te Kura Pounamu (Te Kura), our ākonga are always at the centre of what we do. For more than a century, we've supported learners across Aotearoa — evolving from lessons once delivered on horseback to today's future focused learning that can be done anywhere, anytime. We provide personalised learning programmes through distance education from early childhood level to year 13, including young adult and adult learners.

Ākonga at Te Kura choose subjects based on their passions and interests, accessing learning online supported by kaiako who guide, inspire, and drive engagement. Alongside this, kaiako provide pastoral care and connect with ākonga through regular huinga ako — online or face to face — where learners connect, receive guidance, and strengthen their sense of belonging.

Mō tēnei tūranga mahi | About this position

Are you an enthusiastic and caring Kaiako who loves inspiring learners and building strong connections? We are looking for a creative, innovative Kaiako (teacher) who is experienced teaching across the curriculum levels to join our team in the Wellington tari (office).

This is an amazing opportunity to teach our New Zealand Year 1-10 students who are living overseas. There is flexibility with this position, but we are interested to know your experience teaching across Year 1-8 ākonga. Our programme uses various online communication tools, so you need to be able to be digitally literate and capable with technology. 

In this role, you'll:

• Support ākonga to engage deeply in learning that reflects their goals, passions, and interests
• Facilitate regular huinga ako (both online and face-to-face) that foster connection, wellbeing, and personalised learning
• Provide meaningful feedback and guidance to help ākonga grow in confidence and capability
• Work collaboratively with colleagues and whānau to design flexible, creative learning experiences
• Show curiosity and openness to learning te reo Māori and growing your bicultural practice

Ko koe tēnei | About you

You'll bring:

• New Zealand teacher registration and a current practising certificate
• Experience teaching within the primary years (Years 1–8) and a solid understanding of the NZ Curriculum
• A warm, inclusive approach to teaching and supporting ākonga
• Confidence using digital tools to connect and engage learners
• A collaborative spirit, a positive outlook, and genuine enthusiasm for teaching and learning

Ngā Uara o Te Kura | Our Values

At Te Kura, we live by our values:

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

Hei whakautu | In return

You'll be part of a passionate, values-driven team who care deeply about every learner's journey. If you're looking for a teaching role that blends creativity, flexibility, 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 Wednesday 25 March 2026.