Kaiako - English

Te Kura - The Correspondence School
Auckland, Auckland
Full time
2 days ago

1 Position

Permanent (Start: Monday 8 September 2025)

FTE 1.0 (40 Hours per week)

Based in Auckland


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're looking for a passionate and innovative Kaiako with expertise in English to join our Auckland team.

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.

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.


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.


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 Nicola Anderson, Regional Manager Northern

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


Applications close at 5 pm on Wednesday 13 August 2025

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