Te Puna Reo Okahukura · Auckland
Kaiako
Early learningFull time, PermanentBeginning teachers welcomeMāori-medium
Te Puna Reo Ōkahukura in Auckland is seeking a full-time, permanent kaiako for its kaupapa Māori early learning service. Applicants need a recognised ECE or primary teaching qualification, current New Zealand registration, and Māori language ability, which will be assessed at interview; beginning teachers and third-year students may apply. Certificated kaiako receive the Waha Rumaki monthly allowance.
- Full-time permanent early learning role
- Kaupapa Māori immersion setting
- Waha Rumaki monthly allowance
- Beginning teachers and third-year students welcome
Closes tomorrow
Applications close 6 Nov 2026, 5pm.
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About the role
This is a full-time, permanent kaiako role in an immersion early learning and kōhanga reo setting. You will support tamariki through te reo Māori, tikanga Māori and mātauranga tuku iho, with a focus on learning, care and wellbeing. Certificated kaiako receive the Waha Rumaki monthly allowance, and beginning teachers and third-year students may apply.
What they’re looking for
- Recognised ECE or primary teaching qualification
- Current New Zealand teacher registration
- Fluent spoken te reo Māori
- Commitment to kaupapa Māori education
- Willingness to complete required safety checks
About the school
Te Puna Reo Ōkahukura in Auckland was established by Ngāti Whātua Ōrākei in 2007. Te reo Māori and tikanga Māori are central to its long-term education kaupapa.
How to apply
Applications close on 6 November 2026.
Written by Teachroles from the school’s listing. AI can make mistakes; check the original before you apply.
The role
- Sector
- Early learning
- Role
- Certificated teacher
- Hours
- full time
- Tenure
- permanent
- Subjects
- Te Reo Māori
- Listed
- 16 Oct 2026
In the school’s words
“Ko wai mātou Te Puna Reo Ōkahukura was established in 2007 by Ngāti Whātua Ōrākei and is part of a long-term kaupapa of education excellence where knowledge and understanding of te reo māori me ngā tikanga are a foundation. Te…”
The school
Te Puna Reo Okahukura
- Type
- Puna Reo
- Authority
- Community based
- Students
- 28
- Address
- 222 Kupe Street, Orakei, Auckland