STEM Tutor – Taranaki

Join Pūhoro and support rangatahi Māori in STEMM!

Pūhoro is a kaupapa Māori organisation committed to empowering Māori students in STEMM (Science, Technology, Engineering, Mathematics, and Mātauranga) – from secondary school through to tertiary study and into the workforce.

We are seeking a Casual Tutor to support our secondary school taiohi in Taranaki

About the Role

As a STEM Tutor, you will work alongside a Pūhoro Kaihautū (student mentor) to deliver biology, chemistry, physics, and/or mathematics tutorials at NCEA Levels 1 and 2.

Tutorials are delivered through a Māori lens, ensuring culturally grounded and effective learning experiences for rangatahi.

You will visit up to eight high schools per fortnight, with each tutoring session comprising:

· One hour of preparation and travel

· One hour of tutorial delivery

This is a casual contract role with flexible hours ranging from 2 to 12 hours per fortnight, depending on the number of sessions delivered and the location of these sessions. All necessary resources will be provided, and you will be supported by Pūhoro kaimahi.

You will be required to travel outside of New Plymouth for visits to regional schools. You’re welcome to travel in a Pūhoro vehicle with the Kaihautū or take your own vehicle.

What We’re Looking For

· Currently studying in a STEM-related field at tertiary level or higher

· Previous experience tutoring or teaching STEM subjects

· Strong communication and relationship-building skills

· Confidence delivering tutorials to groups of up to 15 students

· Passion for supporting the success of rangatahi Māori in STEM

Contract Details

· Casual Tutor Rate: $25 per hour

· Flexible session times per fortnight / on-call opportunities

If you are passionate about supporting Māori success in STEMM, we encourage you to apply. Submit your application via the link below.

Shortlisted candidates will be invited to an interview.