Kaiako English

Permanent

Full-Time FTE 1.0 (40 Hours per week)

Based in Palmerston North

Kaiako | Teacher - English


Ko wai mātou | About Us

Te Aho o Te Kura Pounamu (Te Kura) is New Zealand's largest school, catering to up to 24,000 ākonga at any one time. We provide authentic, student-centered learning programmes, from early childhood through to NCEA Level 3, including opportunities for young adults and adult learners.

Our vision is to empower every ākonga to achieve their goals—anytime, anywhere, for anyone: Ki te tī, ki te tā, ki te katoa.

Passionate about shaping the future of education?

Use cutting-edge technologies to inspire and support ākonga (students) across Aotearoa.
Join a collaborative and innovative team culture.
Teaching at Te Aho o Te Kura Pounamu

At Te Aho o Te Kura Pounamu (Te Kura), our Kaiako engage with ākonga both online and face-to-face. As part of the role, you will facilitate Huinga Ako (Learning Advisories) once a week, alongside working closely with colleagues in our regional offices. We also provide flexible working options, allowing up to two days per week of work-from-home arrangements.

Mō tēnei tūranga mahi | About this position

We are looking for a creative, innovative Kaiako (teacher) who's an expert in English and who has current experience at teaching NCEA up to level 3. We will also consider a combination of English and Classics, to join our office in Palmerston North.

In this role, you'll:

Design and deliver personalised, authentic learning programmes tailored to the strengths and needs of ākonga.
Facilitate weekly Huinga Ako, guiding and supporting students through their educational journeys.
Collaborate with colleagues and interact with students online and in person to foster meaningful learning experiences.
This is an exciting opportunity to be part of Te Kura's ongoing transformation of distance learning.

Ko koe tēnei | About you

You are a creative and forward-thinking educator who thrives on providing authentic learning experiences for akonga. You will:

Demonstrate a deep understanding of the New Zealand Curriculum and current assessment practices.
Model innovative, future-focused pedagogies that engage and inspire ākonga.
Build strong, collaborative relationships with ākonga, whānau, and colleagues.
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

Te Kura offers:

Professional growth opportunities within a supportive and dynamic environment.
Flexibility to balance work and life, with options to request to work from home 2x per week.
The chance to make a meaningful difference in the lives of ākonga across New Zealand.
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 ana koe ki te mōhio anō? | Like to find out more?

For additional details, view the position description at the top of the page or contact Anil Singh, Regional Manager, Central South - Anil.Singh@tekura.school.nz

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

Applications close at 11:59pm on 11 February 2026.