Full-Time Kaiako: Nurturing ECE Educator with Growth & Perks

Best Start; Auckland; On-site; NZD 56,000 - 72,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Full pay parity

10 days sick leave from first day (T&c

Fully funded teacher registration

Mental health and wellbeing hub & EAP

Ongoing professional development

Leadership development opportunities

50% childcare fee discount

Job summary

Best Start in Auckland is seeking an experienced Kaiako to join our warm, whānau-focused ECE centre. You will contribute to delivering engaging, developmentally appropriate learning experiences for tamariki while partnering with families to support each child’s growth.

The role is permanent, full-time (40 hours/week, Monday to Friday). You’ll need an ECE qualification and current NZ practising certificate, with NZ residency or a valid work visa.

Qualifications

• Experience as an ECE kaiako with a current NZ practising certificate.
• Ability to embrace local curriculum and partner with families.
• Demonstrated commitment to safe, inclusive, and developmentally appropriate learning.

Responsibilities

• Provide fun, engaging learning experiences for tamariki.
• Build strong partnerships with parents and whānau.
• Deliver respectful care as a core teaching value.

Skills

Curriculum engagement

Parent/whānau collaboration

Learning through play

Respectful care

Baby development understanding

Education

ECE qualified teacher

Registered teacher NZ

Job description

Best Start in Auckland is seeking an experienced Kaiako to join our warm, whānau-focused ECE centre. You will contribute to delivering engaging, developmentally appropriate learning experiences for tamariki while partnering with families to support each child’s growth.

The role is permanent, full-time (40 hours/week, Monday to Friday). You’ll need an ECE qualification and current NZ practising certificate, with NZ residency or a valid work visa.