ECE Kaiako: Holistic, Reflective Teaching Leader

University of Auckland

Auckland

On-site

NZD 61,000 - 102,000

Full time

4 days ago
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Benefits offered by this job

Above Full Pay Parity
Five weeks of annual leave
Discounted public transport
Discounted parking and childcare
Superannuation/KiwiSaver
Parental leave provisions
Career development opportunities
On‑site amenities

Job summary

The University of Auckland is seeking a passionate and certificated ECE kaiako for Te Ako o te Tui Early Learning Service, based at the Grafton Campus. The role focuses on high‑quality teaching, strong relationships, and wellbeing for tamariki in a supportive environment.

You will contribute to planning, assessment and compliance, with opportunities for professional growth and involvement in a collaborative team culture across the service and university staff benefits.

Qualifications

  • NZ-qualified and certificated kaiako
  • Experience across all age groups
  • Strong pedagogical knowledge and assessment planning
  • Understanding Te Whāriki and responsive teaching
  • Willingness to grow in te reo Māori and tikanga

Responsibilities

  • Be NZ-qualified and certificated kaiako with care and advocacy for tamariki
  • Work across mixed-age groups to support holistic development
  • Design and implement intentional teaching and make learning visible
  • Apply Te Whāriki to curriculum design and assessment
  • Uphold Te Tiriti o Waitangi in practice and grow tikanga/te reo Māori

Skills

NZ teaching qualification
Certificated Kaiako
Pedagogical knowledge
Te Whāriki familiarity
Te Tiriti o Waitangi understanding

Education

NZ teaching qualification
Certificated Kaiako

Job description

The University of Auckland is seeking a passionate and certificated ECE kaiako for Te Ako o te Tui Early Learning Service, based at the Grafton Campus. The role focuses on high‑quality teaching, strong relationships, and wellbeing for tamariki in a supportive environment.

You will contribute to planning, assessment and compliance, with opportunities for professional growth and involvement in a collaborative team culture across the service and university staff benefits.

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