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Languages – classroom activities

Ideas on how to relate languages teaching to future careers and life beyond school.

Tertiary Lecturer | Pūkenga Whare Wānanga

Job

Tertiary lecturers teach at universities, Te Pūkenga, wānanga and other post-secondary education providers. They also carry out research and do administrative tasks. 

Who am I and what am I good at?

To start to plan your career you need to know your interests, abilities, commitments and career goals.

Primary School Teacher | Kaiako Kura Tuatahi

Job

Primary school teachers teach children between the ages of five and 13 at primary or intermediate schools.

Roofer | Kaihanga Tuanui

Job

Roofers repair or install roofs using materials such as roofing iron, tiles and shingles.

Water/Wastewater Treatment Operator | Kaiwhakamahi Whakapai Wai (Paru)

Job

Water/wastewater treatment operators run water and wastewater treatment plants. They treat water so that it is acceptable to drink. They also control the disposal of sewage and industrial wastewater.

Biotechnologist | Ringa Hangarau Koiora

Job

Biotechnologists use their knowledge of living things to develop new animal or plant products such as medicines and pest-resistant crops. 

Cafe Worker | Kaimahi Toa Kawhe

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Cafe workers prepare, serve and sell food and drinks to customers at delicatessens, cafes, canteens and takeaway bars.

Concrete Worker | Kaimahi Raima

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Concrete workers make, pour, spread, finish, reinforce and cut concrete for construction projects such as buildings and footpaths.