ECE Kaiako – Full-Time, Te Tiriti‑Led Learning

Whānau Manaaki Kindergartens; Wellington; On-site; NZD 60,000 - 75,000; Full time

Job summary

Whānau Manaaki Kindergartens in Wellington is seeking an enthusiastic and experienced ECE kaiako to join our bi-cultural learning community. You will contribute to Te Tiriti o Waitangi based practice, respond to whānau heritage and language, and help deliver meaningful, inclusive learning for tamariki aged 1 to 5 years.

This is a full-time on-site role with Monday to Friday shifts, 7:45 am to 5:15 pm, totaling 40 hours per week.

Qualifications

• Experienced ECE kaiako with commitment to Te Tiriti o Waitangi.
• Ability to respond to culture, language and identity of whānau in community.
• Contribute to a positive team culture through open communication and shared leadership.
• Participate in assessment, planning and evaluation to support meaningful learning.

Responsibilities

• Teach in responsive and inclusive ways for tamariki aged 1–5 years.
• Lead and contribute to assessment, planning and documentation.
• Collaborate with kaiako, whānau and school partners to support learning outcomes.
• Support bi-cultural programme and respectful partnerships with families.

Skills

ECE teaching

Bi-cultural practice

Team collaboration

Job description

Whānau Manaaki Kindergartens in Wellington is seeking an enthusiastic and experienced ECE kaiako to join our bi-cultural learning community. You will contribute to Te Tiriti o Waitangi based practice, respond to whānau heritage and language, and help deliver meaningful, inclusive learning for tamariki aged 1 to 5 years.

This is a full-time on-site role with Monday to Friday shifts, 7:45 am to 5:15 pm, totaling 40 hours per week.