ECE Kaiako: Under-2s Focus, Fixed-Term, Full-Time

Auckland

Auckland

Hybrid

NZD 61,000 - 102,000

Full time

20 hours ago
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Benefits offered by this job

Above full pay parity and five weeks’/
Five weeks annual leave
Discounted public transport
Discounted parking and childcare
KIwiSaver/Superannuation
Inclusive parental leave

Job summary

Te Ako o te Tui Early Learning Service, based at the University of Auckland, seeks a passionate Kaiako for a fixed-term 12-month role. This ECE position is located in our under-2s room with a 1:3 ratio, up to 30 tamariki, and rotates across age groups as needed.

The service operates within Auckland City Campus with a strong emphasis on relationships and Te Whāriki. You must be NZ-qualified and certificated, experienced across age groups, and committed to te reo Māori growth and Treaty of

Qualifications

  • NZ qualified and certificated kaiako
  • Experience across age groups in mixed-age setting
  • Strong pedagogical knowledge with Te Whāriki
  • Planning, assessment and compliance
  • Willingness to grow te reo Māori

Responsibilities

  • Be a New Zealand qualified and certificated teacher who demonstrates genuine care for tamariki
  • Foster holistic learning and development across mixed-age groups
  • Design and implement intentional teaching strategies
  • Apply Te Whāriki to curriculum and responsive teaching
  • Uphold Te Tiriti o Waitangi and grow tikanga awareness
  • Build respectful relationships with tamariki, whānau, and staff
  • Collaborate within a team and contribute to evaluation and improvement
  • Manage planning, assessment and compliance responsibilities
  • Engage in professional learning and growth
  • Contribute to a professional team culture

Education

ECE qualification and Certificated Kaiako

Job description

Te Ako o te Tui Early Learning Service, based at the University of Auckland, seeks a passionate Kaiako for a fixed-term 12-month role. This ECE position is located in our under-2s room with a 1:3 ratio, up to 30 tamariki, and rotates across age groups as needed.

The service operates within Auckland City Campus with a strong emphasis on relationships and Te Whāriki. You must be NZ-qualified and certificated, experienced across age groups, and committed to te reo Māori growth and Treaty of

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