Kia Ora!
ko Joan Costello ahau.
I'm Joan Costello, Māori Language Teacher and Director of Te Reo Tūhono Ltd.
For 32 years I have been teaching te reo Māori to individuals and organisations, to ignite their confidence, speaking ability and cultural understanding. This includes 13 years as the in-house Kaiako/Māori Language Teacher at Te Papa Tongarewa. (Click here to see a list of my clients below.)
I hold a Bachelor of Teaching and Learning Kura Kaupapa Māori from Massey University. I am also a qualified Te Ataarangi Kaiako (teacher).
What I offer
Te Reo Tūhono is based in Wellington but offers online courses across the motu.
My classes are bespoke and meet the needs of the business and its people. Classes can be tailored for specific business contexts.
I teach classes at all levels in organisations and have classes full of laughter and enjoyment.
I also coach and guide CEOs and other leaders to speak te reo Māori with authenticity and confidence.
My PAST AND PRESENT clients:
The National Museum of New Zealand - Te Papa Tongarewa
The Treasury
Office of the Auditor General
Office of the Privacy Commissioner
Ministry of Health
The Law Commission
Department of Prime Minister and Cabinet
Ministry of Justice
Ministry of Business, Innovation and Employment
Office of the Ombudsman
Creative New Zealand
Commerce Commission
Todd Foundation
Crown Law
Office of the Children’s Commissioner
Housing New Zealand.
Serious Fraud Office
New Zealand Transport Agency
Asia New Zealand
Civil Aviation Authority of New Zealand/Aviation Security Service