Is Kaiako Kura Kaupapa Maori (Maori-medium Primary School Teacher) in shortage in Australia?

As of 2026-04-26, Jobs and Skills Australia rates Kaiako Kura Kaupapa Maori (Maori-medium Primary School Teacher) as "In shortage" on the national Skills Priority List. 165,900 Kaiako Kura Kaupapa Maori (Maori-medium Primary School Teacher) are currently employed across Australia.

Where in Australia do most Kaiako Kura Kaupapa Maori (Maori-medium Primary School Teacher) work?

The top three Statistical Area Level 4 (SA4) regions for Kaiako Kura Kaupapa Maori (Maori-medium Primary School Teacher) employment are: Melbourne - West, Gold Coast, Melbourne - South East. Source: Australian Bureau of Statistics labour-force survey via Jobs and Skills Australia.

Is Kaiako Kura Kaupapa Maori (Maori-medium Primary School Teacher) on the MLTSSL or CSOL?

Kaiako Kura Kaupapa Maori (Maori-medium Primary School Teacher) (ANZSCO 241211) is currently listed on the RSMS ROL. List membership controls which permanent and provisional skilled visas the occupation is eligible for.

What qualifications do I need to work as a Kaiako Kura Kaupapa Maori (Maori-medium Primary School Teacher) in Australia?

The most common qualification held by working Kaiako Kura Kaupapa Maori (Maori-medium Primary School Teacher) is Bachelor degree (69% of the workforce). Specific skills assessment evidence requirements depend on the assessing authority.

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Kaiako Kura Kaupapa Maori (Maori-medium Primary School
Teacher)

Q: How much do Kaiako Kura Kaupapa Maori (Maori-medium Primary School Teacher) earn in Australia?

Median full-time earnings for Kaiako Kura Kaupapa Maori (Maori-medium Primary School Teacher) are A$2,226 per week, or approximately A$115,752 per year. Source: Jobs and Skills Australia, refreshed 2026-04-26.

Teaches and coordinates curriculum activities in the Maori language for children at primary school level.

Chapter I

The occupation

“PRIMARY SCHOOL TEACHERS teach a range of subjects within a prescribed curriculum to primary school students and promote students' social, emotional, intellectual and physical development.”
Unit Group 2412 Primary School Teachers · ABS ANZSCO

Specialisations

None listed under ANZSCO 241211.

Entry route to Skills and Qualification Requirements

Most occupations in this unit group have a level of skill commensurate with a bachelor degree or higher qualification. In some instances relevant experience and/or on-the-job training may be required in addition to the formal qualification (ANZSCO Skill Level 1).

Related occupations· 2

Pouako Kura Kaupapa Maori (Maori-medium Primary School Senior Teacher) (241212) Primary School Teacher (241213)

Chapter II

Your visa pathways

No active visa pathways

The Department of Home Affairs hasn't listed this occupation on any current Skilled Migration list. Eligibility can change month-to-month — check back after the next list update, or explore similar occupations in the same field.

Chapter III

State & territory nominations

Choose a state to view nomination criteria, place allocations, and recent invitation rounds.

New South Wales

Sydney

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2023-24

4,150

2024-25

5,000

2025-26

3,600

SC 190Not currently available

Skilled Nominated Stream

2025–26 places2,100

Key requirements & pathways

›New South Wales 190 Visa

Chapter IV

Expression of Interest (EOI Data)

A snapshot of how many people are competing for this occupation right now. Tap “View full EOI insights” for wait-time estimates, state-by-state difficulty, peer comparisons and cohort tracking.

Chapter V

Tasks & duties

Your employment history should align with these ANZSCO-defined tasks. The assessing authority looks for demonstrable experience in at least five.

teaching literacy, numeracy, social science, creative expression and physical education skills to primary school students
presenting prescribed curriculum using a range of teaching techniques and materials
developing students' interests, abilities and coordination by way of creative activities
guiding discussions and supervising work in class
preparing, administering and marking tests, projects and assignments to evaluate students' progress and recording the results
discussing individual progress and problems with students and parents, and seeking advice from Student Counsellors and senior teachers
maintaining discipline in classrooms and other school areas
participating in staff meetings, educational conferences and workshops
liaising with parent, community and business groups
maintaining class and scholastic records
performing extra-curricular tasks such as assisting with sport, school concerts, excursions and special interest programs
supervising student teachers on placement

Chapter VII

Labour market

A quick read on workforce size, pay and demand.

Jobs and Skills Australia

Workforce, pay and demand at a glance

Full insights

Workforce

165,900

employed nationally

Growth

+1.0%

benchmark +1.5%

Median pay

$2,226

per week

Shortage

In shortage

Skills Priority List

ANZSCO 241211Median age 4182% female workforceTop qualification: Bachelor degree (69%)Refreshed 2026-04-26

Your route to PR

Six steps from this page to a granted visa

Personalised for Kaiako Kura Kaupapa Maori (Maori-medium Primary School Teacher) (ANZSCO 241211). Estimated pathway timeline: up to 24 months.

Total timelineUp to 24 months

START

VERIFY

ASSESS

ENGLISH

EOI

INVITE

LODGE

ANZSCO code & lists

On RSMS ROL · Skill Level 1

Skills assessment

Assessing authority

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Test & maximise points

Target ≥85 pts · English up to 20 pts

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Submit Expression of Interest

Submit through SkillSelect

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Await invitation / nomination

8 states: NSW, VIC, QLD, SA…

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Lodge visa & await grant

60 days to lodge · SC 189 DHA processing

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ANZSCO2412111Skill LevelRSMS ROLIn ShortageJSA

Kaiako Kura Kaupapa Maori (Maori-medium Primary School
Teacher)

Teaches and coordinates curriculum activities in the Maori language for children at primary school level.

Chapter I

The occupation

“PRIMARY SCHOOL TEACHERS teach a range of subjects within a prescribed curriculum to primary school students and promote students' social, emotional, intellectual and physical development.”
Unit Group 2412 Primary School Teachers · ABS ANZSCO

Specialisations

None listed under ANZSCO 241211.

Entry route to Skills and Qualification Requirements

Related occupations· 2

Pouako Kura Kaupapa Maori (Maori-medium Primary School Senior Teacher) (241212) Primary School Teacher (241213)

Chapter II

Your visa pathways

No active visa pathways

Chapter III