Kaitātaiako Facilitator - Tauranga Based
Mō Tēnei Tūranga Mahi | About the Role
The Kaitātaiako Facilitator is an ākonga/learner-facing role aligned to achieving equitable outcomes for ākonga Māori at Toi Ohomai.
The Kaitātaiako Facilitator is a member of the Te Haeata Directorate within the Ākonga Māori Success and Equity Team. This role is based at our Tauranga - Poike / Windermere campus, with reach across all Toi Ohomai Bay of Plenty/South Waikato campuses.
Through coordinated delivery of culturally-responsive initiatives (programmes of work and activities) throughout the learner journey, ākonga Māori will experience a greater sense of inclusion and success in vocational tertiary study.
The appointing salary for this role is between $62,000 to $73,000 dependent on skills and experience.
This will be achieved through:
· Ensuring programmes of work and activities are guided by te Ao Māori;
· Planning and coordinating (academic, social, pastoral) that supports ākonga Māori sense of belonging and success at Toi Ohomai;
· Facilitating a range of kaupapa which are shown to improve ākonga engagement and success in vocational tertiary education;
· Working collaboratively with other Toi Ohomai teams, and supporting the functions of the directorate.
The Kaitātaiako Facilitator reports to the Māori Success Manager – Ākonga Māori Success and Equity and will be responsible for:
He kōrero mōu| About you
To be successful in this role you will:
· Use Te Reo me ōna tikanga to deliver a kaupapa-Māori programmes shown to make a difference to ākonga Māori success;
· Build sustainable, trusting relationships with ākonga Māori and kaimahi;
· Be potential focused;
· Have an understanding of the educational sector and the barriers that affect ākonga Māori success.
Mō Mātou | About us
Toi Ohomai Institute of Technology (Toi Ohomai IT) is a vibrant and progressive tertiary institute with five campuses reaching across the Bay of Plenty and South Waikato regions. Two main campuses are located at The Toi Poike/Windermere (Tauranga) and Mokoia (Rotorua), with smaller, regional campuses located in Whakatāne, Tokoroa, and Taupō.
Toi Ohomai IT is committed to giving effect to Te Tiriti o Waitangi and delivering culturally-responsive services in a manner that responds to the needs and aspirations of ākonga Māori and their whānau, as well as the aspirations of iwi and Māori communities and/or businesses throughout our region. To deliver effectively on this commitment, we recognise the need for a culturally competent and confident workforce vertically and horizontally across our organisation.
Me pēhea te tono | How to apply
As a responsible employer and education provider, Toi Ohomai IT is committed to the protection of children and vulnerable persons and applies relevant policy and practice to meet this commitment. Applicants for this position will be a NZ citizen and will be required to undergo pre-employment checks. Successful candidates will be required to undergo relevant vetting and employment checks.
If you have a desire to serve and want to make a difference for ākonga Māori in vocational education, are innovative and driven then apply now!
