ECE Kaiako - Birkenhead Kindergarten (Part-time, Job share)

AKA; Kaipātiki; On-site; NZD 39,000 - 47,000; Part time

Job summary

Birkenhead Kindergarten, part of the Auckland Kindergarten Association (AKA), is seeking a qualified ECE Kaiako for a permanent part-time role (16 hours, Wed & Thu) in Auckland. You will provide play-based learning experiences, build strong relationships with tamariki and whānau, and uphold te reo and tikanga in a bicultural learning environment.

You will collaborate with a passionate kaiako team to foster inclusive learning, incorporate technology, and weave sustainability into daily

Qualifications

• Possesses an ECE teaching qualification and current first aid certificate.
• Thrives in a collaborative and supportive team environment.
• Values inclusivity and celebrates cultural diversity.
• Is a skilled relationship builder with strong planning and assessment expertise.
• Embraces technology as a learning tool.
• Willing to weave sustainability into everyday experiences.

Responsibilities

• Create a fun, engaging learning environment with play-based experiences.
• Champion bicultural practices guided by Te Whāriki.
• Collaborate with a supportive team of kaiako, tamariki, and whānau.
• Integrate technology to ignite curiosity in learning.

Skills

Collaborative team player

Relationship building

Inclusion

Technology in learning

Sustainability

Education

ECE teaching qualification

Job description

Make a World of Difference at Birkenhead Kindergarten! (AKA)

Do you have a passion for igniting young minds and fostering a love of learning?

Ngā Tamariki Puāwai o Tāmakĥ | Auckland Kindergarten Association (AKA) has a rich history dating back to 1908. Birkenhead Kindergarten is one of our vibrant kindergarten, offering a nurturing and inclusive environment where tamariki can thrive through play-based learning.

Here is what makes our Kindergarten special:

• Spacious and well-resourced learning areas: We provide a stimulating environment that encourages exploration, discovery, and creativity.
• Large, natural outdoor space: Bathed in sunshine, our expansive outdoor area allows children to connect with nature and engage in open-ended play.
• Multicultural community: We celebrate diversity and bilingualism, fostering a warm and welcoming atmosphere for all.
• Experienced and passionate team: Our qualified kaiako are committed to building strong relationships with tamariki, whānau, and the wider community.

As a permanent part time (16 hours, Wednesday & Thursday), qualified ECE Kaiako, you will play a pivotal role in:

• Creating a fun and engaging learning environment: You'll design and deliver play-based experiences that nurture early literacy, numeracy, and social skills.
• Championing bicultural practices: Te Whāriki, the New Zealand Early Childhood Curriculum, will guide your teaching philosophy as you celebrate the unique cultures within our kindergarten.
• Collaborating with a supportive team: We foster a collaborative spirit, and you'll work alongside passionate educators who share your dedication to early childhood education.
• Integrating technology seamlessly: You'll embrace technology as a tool to enhance children's learning and ignite their curiosity.

We are looking for someone who:

• Possesses an ECE teaching qualification & current first aid certificate with a genuine love for early childhood education.
• Thrives in a collaborative and supportive team environment.
• Values inclusivity and celebrates the rich diversity of our community.
• Is a skilled relationship builder with strong planning and assessment expertise.
• Embraces technology as a tool for learning.
• Shares our passion for nature and can weave sustainability into everyday experiences.

Applications close on 27 th November 2026, at 12 PM. (unless filled prior)

Applicants must have the legal right to live and work in New Zealand to be considered for this position.

We look forward to meeting you!

Reference # 25913

Closes on 27 Nov 2026 12:00

Location(s) South, Aorere, Birkenhead, Alaha Manongi Kindergarten, Bairds, Favona, Flat Bush, Kingsdene, Mangere East, South, Mangere West, Mayfield, McNaughton, Murdoch Park, Omana, Otahuhu Central, Otahuhu, Papatoetoe, Papatoetoe North, Yendarra, Otara

Contact: 09 373 5635 | [e-mail] | PO Box 6933,Victoria Street West, Auckland 1142