We are seeking a passionate and driven Alternative Education Programme Coordinator to join our team in Kerikeri. This exciting opportunity allows you to lead an educational programme that empowers akonga to reconnect with learning, progress academically, and achieve personal growth.About the roleAs the Alternative Education Programme Coordinator, you will oversee the delivery of the Alternative Education programme, which caters to akonga (Years 9-11) who are at risk of disengagement or have already disengaged from school. The programme will focus on:Supporting attendance and engagement to reconnect akonga with education.Facilitating academic achievement, particularly in literacy and numeracy.Building personal and relational skills to foster confidence and social growth.Planning re-engagement pathways back into secondary school, further education, or employment.About YouTo succeed in this role, you will:Have experience in education, youth work, or programme coordination.Demonstrate strong organisational, communication, and problem-solving skills.Be adaptable, creative, and passionate about helping taitamariki succeed.Have a deep understanding of tikanga Maori and a commitment to culturally sustaining practices.Have a clean driver's license and willingness to travel as required.Undergo police and child safety vetting as part of the recruitment process.What We OfferA dynamic and rewarding role supporting taitamariki and whanau.The opportunity to lead a programme that fosters educational equity and personal growth.A collaborative and supportive team environment.How to ApplyPlease submit your CV and cover letter by 5pm, Sunday 12 January 2025. You can view the job description on our website: www.ngatirehia.co.nz/vacanciesAbout us:At Te Runanga o Ngati Rehia, we are kaitiaki of our rohe, tasked with preserving the mauri of our whenua and resources, a responsibility inherited from our tupuna. Established as a Charitable Trust in 2002, our mission promotes health, education, and economic development, rooted in principles such as Maramatanga, Kaitiakitanga, Rangatiratanga, Wairuatanga and Whanaungatanga. We empower our hapu and community members to enhance their whakapapa and wairua, contributing actively to the development of Te Riu o Ngati Rehia.
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