Certificated Kaiako

Active Explorers Greenmeadows; Napier; On-site; NZD 50,000 - 70,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive salary and balanced life

Networking with Evolve Education group

Non-contact planning time

Career development pathways

Job summary

Active Explorers Greenmeadows is seeking a qualified and registered Early Childhood kaiako for the 2–3-year-olds room. Join a welcoming centre whānau and contribute to a nurturing, play-based learning environment.

You will work with tamariki, whānau, and a supportive team to foster independence, social skills and curiosity in a culturally inclusive setting. A balanced lifestyle and professional growth are highlighted in the offer.

Qualifications

• recognised ECE qualification and Provisional or Full NZ Teaching Council registration.
• passion for supporting toddlers through this important stage of growth and development.
• strong relationship-building skills with tamariki, whānau, and colleagues.
• commitment to creating a culturally inclusive and nurturing learning environment.

Responsibilities

• Support 2–3-year-olds in meaningful learning experiences through play, movement, creativity and relationships.
• Foster confidence, exploration, communication and belonging.
• Collaborate with experienced team to plan and document learning for tamariki.

Skills

Relationship-building

Child development knowledge

Cultural responsiveness

Education

ECE qualification

NZ Teaching Council registration

Job description

Active Explorers Greenmeadows are looking for a qualified and registered Early Childhood kaiako to join our thriving 2–3-year-olds room and become part of our welcoming centre whānau.

Our Kauri room are active explorers, eager to discover the world around them through play, movement, creativity, and meaningful relationships. We provide a nurturing and engaging environment where children are encouraged to build independence, develop social skills, and follow their natural curiosity in a safe and supportive setting.

We're seeking an enthusiastic and caring kaiako who understands the unique needs of toddlers and enjoys supporting this exciting stage of development. You'll work alongside an experienced team to create meaningful learning experiences that foster confidence, exploration, communication, and belonging.

Our offer to you

• Competitive salary and a balanced lifestyle.
• Opportunities to connect with the wider Evolve Education network.
• Generous non-contact time for quality planning and documentation.
• Career development pathways within a growing organisation.

What we’re looking for in you

• A recognised ECE qualification and Provisional or Full NZ Teaching Council registration.
• A passion for supporting toddlers through this important stage of growth and development.
• Strong relationship-building skills with tamariki, whānau, and colleagues.
• A commitment to creating a culturally inclusive and nurturing learning environment.

If you're looking for a centre where you can make a meaningful impact while being supported to grow professionally, we'd love to hear from you.