Kaiako – Literacy and Numeracy Support Services
About the role
Te Ara Hihiri is a programme designed to support the development of literacy and numeracy skills for people in prison in Aotearoa. Classes are small, capped at 6 tauira per class. Reporting to one of our regional managers, you’ll work closely with Ara Poutama/ Department of Corrections’ staff who will provide you with training, advice, and support.
* Casual basis (as required)
* Location: Hawkes Bay Prison
* Hourly rate: $31.90 - $38.44 plus 8% holiday pay
* Days: At most sites, classes are delivered in the prison from Monday to Thursday, and Fridays are reserved for planning, training, and team meetings.
As an inspiring Kaiako, your responsibilities will include:
* Teaching tauira who have been assessed at step 1 or 2 on the Literacy and Numeracy for Adult Assessment Tool to develop their capability.
* Developing learning and lesson plans tailored to the needs of each tauira.
* Contributing to the development of teaching resources.
* Maintaining records of tauira assessment results, attendance, progress, and feedback.
* Ensuring compliance to regulatory and contractual requirements.
About you
We’re looking for someone who has the following:
* A teaching or training background.
* National Certificate in Adult Literacy and Numeracy Education (Vocational) - Level 5.
* Good knowledge of te reo/tikanga Māori (Level 2 or above), or a willingness to learn.
* A full NZ driver’s license.
* Experience with foundation learners is an advantage.
* The ability to pass Police Vetting is essential to ensure access to prison facilities.
If you have teaching or training experience, we can support you to undertake additional study/training to meet the other role requirements.
As a kaupapa Māori organisation, your willingness to participate in cultural activities and develop an understanding of Āhuatanga Māori (values, culture and tikanga) is desirable.
Apply today!
If you have a passion for changing lives and making a profound impact, join us to help support the development of literacy and numeracy skills of people in prison to support successful reintegration into the community and to reduce Māori over-representation in the prison system. Applications will close as soon as we have a suitable shortlist, so apply now.
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