Kia Ora!
I'm Joan Costello, Te reo Māori teacher and Director of Te Reo Tūhono Limited.
For over 30 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
I am based in Wellington, but offer online courses across the motu.
My classes are bespoke and meet the needs of businesses, schools, communities and their people. Classes can be tailored for specific contexts.
I teach classes at all levels 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:
Asia New Zealand
Civil Aviation Authority of New Zealand/Aviation Security Service
Commerce Commission
Creative New Zealand
Crown Law
Department of Prime Minister and Cabinet
Experience Wellington
Housing New Zealand
Ministry of Business, Innovation and Employment
Ministry of Defence
Ministry of Health
Ministry of Justice
New Zealand Transport Agency
Office of the Auditor General
Office of the Children’s Commissioner
Office of the Ombudsman
Office of the Privacy Commissioner
Royal New Zealand Ballet
Serious Fraud Office
The Law Commission
The National Museum of New Zealand - Te Papa Tongarewa
The Treasury
Todd Foundation