Right Kind
Right Kind was created to tackle the pressing challenges schools face in finding the right staff quickly and efficiently. Traditional hiring methods often lead to delays and mismatches that affect classroom continuity and educational quality. Founded by educator Arahia Mauriohooho in 2023, Right Kind is a platform designed to streamline this process by connecting schools directly with thoroughly vetted staff profiles, from teachers to leadership roles. By removing the need for job ads and focusing on quality connections, Right Kind empowers schools to find the right people faster, supporting stable, engaged learning environments for New Zealand students.
Founder
Arahia Mauriohooho
Arahia Mauriohooho, an experienced New Zealand educator, founded Right Kind in 2023 to address a growing need in the education sector: finding the right people for schools, faster and more meaningfully. Based in Aotearoa, Right Kind is an innovative online platform that connects schools with vetted, experienced educational staff across New Zealand—without relying on traditional job postings. Instead, schools can search through detailed profiles to find and contact the right fit, whether it’s a teacher, support staff member, or senior leader.
As a teacher herself, Arahia is driven by her commitment to improving educational outcomes for tamariki through trustworthy, timely connections. She’s passionate about creating more pathways for experienced educators and opening doors for people outside the education industry who aspire to work in schools.
Her vision goes beyond connecting candidates with schools; she sees Right Kind as a way to positively impact New Zealand’s educational landscape, making the hiring process simpler and more effective for schools and job seekers alike.