Role: Foundation Rumaki Kaiako (Permanent)
Start: Term 1 2027
Location: Auckland Central
About the School
Our client is a well-established primary school embarking on an exciting new journey, with plans to establish a brand-new rumaki classroom from the ground up.
This is a rare opportunity for a passionate kaiako to help shape the foundations of a Māori immersion programme from day one. Working closely with leadership, whānau, tamariki, and the wider school community, you'll have the opportunity to establish the tikanga, nurture the wairua, and help create a learning environment where te reo Māori and mātauranga Māori can flourish.
What stood out to me most about this school is the genuine commitment to doing this properly. They understand that creating a successful rumaki programme is a journey and are looking for someone who is passionate about the kaupapa, rather than someone who has all the answers.
The school offers:
- A highly supportive leadership team committed to the success of the rumaki programme
- Strong professional development opportunities and dedicated PLD funding
- Access to specialist support services and resources
- Ongoing leadership development and career progression opportunities
- Financial support towards further tertiary study
- A genuinely positive staff culture where relationships and wellbeing are prioritised
- A collaborative environment where learning, growth, and innovation are encouraged
What Our Client is Looking For
- Strong proficiency in te reo Māori with a passion for Māori-medium education
- A commitment to upholding and modelling tikanga Māori in everyday practice
- Ability to build authentic and meaningful relationships with tamariki, whānau, colleagues, and community
- Excitement around establishing a new rumaki space and helping shape its future direction
- Confidence delivering engaging programmes aligned to Te Marautanga o Aotearoa
- A reflective practitioner who embraces continuous learning and professional growth
- A creative and innovative approach to teaching and learning
- Understanding of whanaungatanga and its importance in creating successful learning environments
- Ability to create a classroom where tamariki feel safe, valued, confident, and connected
- Commitment to empowering learner agency, identity, and success
- A collaborative mindset with a willingness to contribute to the wider life of the kura
- Someone who sees themselves as both a kaiako and lifelong learner
To Be Successful, We Are Looking for Teachers With
- A recognised teaching qualification
- Current New Zealand Teacher Registration, or eligibility to obtain registration
- Strong competency in te reo Māori
- Experience teaching through the medium of Māori, or a genuine commitment to Māori-medium education
- Knowledge of Te Marautanga o Aotearoa, or a willingness to grow in this area
- A proven ability to build strong partnerships with whānau
- The ability to create inclusive and culturally responsive learning environments
- Eligibility to work in New Zealand or the ability to secure an appropriate visa
Why This Opportunity Stands Out
This isn't just another classroom teaching role.
This is an opportunity to create something meaningful from the very beginning. You'll play a significant role in establishing the culture, values, learning environment, and direction of a brand-new rumaki programme while being supported by a leadership team that is genuinely invested in your success.
If you've ever wanted the opportunity to make a lasting impact while helping grow te reo Māori and kaupapa Māori within a thriving school community, this could be the role you've been waiting for.
How to Apply:
Please email billie.lynch@prosperogrp.com with your CV and application.
Due to the high volume of applications, only shortlisted candidates will be contacted. All shortlisted applications will have access to the school website before interviewing at the school to ensure its the right fit.