Te Aho o Te Kura Pounamu · Wellington
Kaiako - Early Childhood
Early learningFull time, Permanent
Te Kura is seeking a full-time permanent early childhood kaiako based in Wellington, teaching learners aged 2 to 6 through an individualised distance programme. The role suits an experienced teacher with New Zealand registration, knowledge of Te Whāriki, confidence using digital tools, and an interest in developing te reo Māori skills.
- Learners aged 2 to 6 years
- Individualised early childhood distance programme
- Based in Wellington
- Full-time permanent position
Closes in 14 days
Applications close 13 Oct 2026, 11.59pm.
Read the full listing and applyOpens the Education Gazette, where the school takes applications.
About the role
This is a full-time, permanent early childhood kaiako role based in Wellington, supporting learners aged two to six. Te Kura provides individual learning for children who may be learning remotely or have health, developmental or other significant needs. The programme uses online communication tools to connect with learners and families.
What they’re looking for
- Current New Zealand teacher registration and practising certificate
- Strong knowledge of Te Whāriki
- Experience teaching in early childhood
- Confidence using digital tools for learner communication
- Calm, inclusive approach to teaching and pastoral care
- Interest in developing te reo Māori skills
About the school
Te Aho o Te Kura Pounamu supports learners throughout Aotearoa and has operated for more than 100 years. Its early childhood programme is working towards becoming bilingual and values learner-centred, collaborative education.
How to apply
Applications close on 13 October 2026.
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The role
- Sector
- Early learning
- Role
- Certificated teacher
- Hours
- full time
- Tenure
- permanent
- Listed
- 25 Sept 2026
In the school’s words
“Early childhood kaiako | teacher 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…”
The school
- Type
- Correspondence School
- Authority
- State
- Students
- 8,952
- Gender
- Co-Ed
- Address
- 11 Portland Crescent, Thorndon, Wellington
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