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Kohanga Reo Kaiako - Personal requirements

Skills & knowledge

Kohanga reo kaiako need to have:

  • an understanding of children's learning, health and development

  • competency in te reo Maori

  • knowledge of early literacy and numeracy

  • knowledge of Maori customs and rites

  • knowledge of kura kaupapa Maori schools, whanau classes and bilingual schools

  • knowledge of the history of the kohanga reo movement

  • knowledge of safety and health practices

  • knowledge of child abuse and how to recognise it

  • an understanding of the concept of whanau

  • knowledge of iwi and hapu development

  • the ability to teach and supervise children

  • the ability to access information and resources

  • communication and listening skills

  • planning and organisational skills

  • leadership ability.

Brenda Soutar working at her computer

Brenda Soutar planning an activity timetable

Rongomai Te-Hei painting with children

Creativity and imagination are important in this role

 

Personal Qualities

Kohanga reo kaiako need to be:
  • committed to the kohanga reo kaupapa (Maori language nest concept)
  • understanding and patient
  • adaptable
  • creative and imaginative
  • caring and loving, and must enjoy working with mokopuna (children)
  • reliable and consistent
  • confident and energetic.

 

Physical Requirements

Kohanga reo kaiako need to have excellent fitness and health. They also need to have a neat and tidy appearance as well as clear speech.

 

Brenda Soutar

"It can be very mentally tiring on staff, particularly for those who have Maori as their second language. At first you have to think in English, translate, then speak in Maori and that takes a lot of energy."

Brenda Soutar - Kohanga Reo Kaiako

 
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