ECE Kaiako - Playful Te Whāriki Learning (20h/wk)

AKA; Canterbury; On-site; NZD 33,000 - 44,000; Part time

Job summary

Birdwood Kindergarten, part of the Auckland Kindergarten Association (AKA), is seeking an enthusiastic ECE Kaiako for a permanent part-time role (20 hours/week). You will contribute to high-quality, play-based learning and curriculum planning within a supportive team.

Applicants must hold an ECE teaching qualification, current practising certificate and first aid certificate, with at least four years’ experience. Te Whāriki knowledge and Te Tiriti o Waitangi alignment are essential.

Qualifications

• A recognised ECE teaching qualification, current practising certificate and first aid certificate.
• A minimum of four years' ECE teaching experience.
• Strong knowledge of Te Whāriki and child-led, play-based learning.
• Confidence in assessment, planning and documenting children's learning.
• A commitment to Te Tiriti o Waitangi, embedding te reo Māori and tikanga Māori in everyday practice.
• Strong relationship-building skills with tamariki, whānau and colleagues.
• An understanding of positive guidance and inclusive, culturally responsive teaching.
• Confidence using ICT to support teaching and learning.
• A positive, flexible approach and commitment to reflective practice and teamwork.

Responsibilities

• Deliver high-quality, play-based learning with a warm, motivated team.
• Work alongside a collaborative team, contribute to curriculum planning.
• Create an inclusive environment where every tamaiti feels valued and supported.

Skills

Te Whāriki knowledge

Assessment & planning

ICT for teaching

Relationship-building

Reflective practice & teamwork

Education

ECE teaching qualification

Current practising certificate

First aid certificate

Job description

Birdwood Kindergarten, part of the Auckland Kindergarten Association (AKA), is seeking an enthusiastic ECE Kaiako for a permanent part-time role (20 hours/week). You will contribute to high-quality, play-based learning and curriculum planning within a supportive team.

Applicants must hold an ECE teaching qualification, current practising certificate and first aid certificate, with at least four years’ experience. Te Whāriki knowledge and Te Tiriti o Waitangi alignment are essential.