ECE Kaiako: Grow Curious Learners Through Play

Auckland Kindergarten Association; Albert-Eden; On-site; NZD 54,000 - 66,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Professional development

Job summary

Mt Albert Kindergarten, part of the Auckland Kindergarten Association (AKA), is seeking a qualified and registered ECE kaiako for a permanent 40-hour week in our mixed-age setting. You will support tamariki to explore, grow mana, and feel a strong sense of belonging through play, language, and culture, including te reo Māori and tikanga Māori.

You’ll work collaboratively with whānau, plan learning using Te Whāriki, document progress with learning stories, and contribute to professional learning

Qualifications

• Qualified and registered ECE teacher with current practising certificate.
• Strong understanding of Te Whāriki and ability to plan/assess learning through play.
• Commitment to Te Tiriti o Waitangi and bicultural practice.

Responsibilities

• Teach and nurture tamariki in a mixed-age setting, supporting curiosity and belonging.
• Document learning through meaningful learning stories and assessment.
• Collaborate with whānau and colleagues, contributing to pedagogical discussions and evaluation.

Skills

Te Whāriki knowledge

Documentation

Collaborative

Inclusive teaching

Education

ECE teaching qualification

Teaching Council registration

First aid certificate

Tools

First aid training

Job description

Mt Albert Kindergarten, part of the Auckland Kindergarten Association (AKA), is seeking a qualified and registered ECE kaiako for a permanent 40-hour week in our mixed-age setting. You will support tamariki to explore, grow mana, and feel a strong sense of belonging through play, language, and culture, including te reo Māori and tikanga Māori.

You’ll work collaboratively with whānau, plan learning using Te Whāriki, document progress with learning stories, and contribute to professional learning