Head Teacher

Hill Park Kindergarten; Auckland; On-site; NZD 90,000 - 120,000; Full time

Job summary

Hill Park Kindergarten in Auckland is seeking a Head Teacher with a Full Practising Certificate to lead pedagogy and operations in a well-resourced, licensed setting for 40 children aged 2-5. The role requires strong ICT skills, strategic thinking and financial oversight, with commitment to professional learning.

Start date is negotiable; 40 hours per week, Monday to Friday, in a supportive environment that values Te Tiriti o Waitangi and Te Whariki compliance.

Qualifications

• sound knowledge of current approaches to teaching and learning
• commitment to ongoing professional development
• demonstrate strong and inclusive leadership qualities
• passion for supporting, extending and documenting children’s learning, therefore strong ICT skills are a must
• demonstrates a strong knowledge of the current ECE Regulations, Te Whariki and hold compliance in a high regard
• demonstrates a strong commitment to Te Tiriti o Waitangi through pedagogical practices

Responsibilities

• be skilled with the financial and operational aspects of managing a successful centre
• have sound understanding of funding
• occupancy and people management to ensure the centre thrives financially

Skills

ICT skills

Leadership

Learning documentation

Education

Level 7 Diploma or Bachelor of Training ECE

Job description

Jora New Zealand will close on 9th September 2026. Thank you for being with us, we are cheering you on as you continue your career journey.

Hill Park Kindergarten – Auckland, North Island

Full-time position in an established and well-resourced kindergarten catering for children aged 2-5 years old in a mixed age setting, licensed from 8.00am – 3.30pm, including term breaks. There is occupancy for 40 tamariki and a 1:10 teacher to child ratio.

The kindergarten has a well-established kaupapa of environmental sustainability and the successful applicant will be a creative, enthusiastic and energetic teacher with an open-to-learning mindset.

Seeking an enthusiastic and motivated Head Teacher (with a Full Practising Certificate) with experience in a kindergarten setting, pedagogical leadership, as well as understanding of centre finances, occupancy and attendance would be an advantage, along with a commitment to professional development and on-going learning.

The successful applicant must have:

• sound knowledge of current approaches to teaching and learning
• be committed to on-going professional development
• demonstrate strong and inclusive leadership qualities
• have a passion for supporting, extending and documenting children’s learning, therefore strong ICT skills are a must
• demonstrate good knowledge of the current ECE Regulations, Te Whariki and hold compliance in a high regard
• demonstrates a strong commitment to Te Tiriti o Waitangi through pedagogical practices

The successful applicant will:

• be skilled with the financial and operational aspects of managing a successful centre
• have sound understanding of funding
• occupancy and people management to ensure the centre thrives financially

CMKA offers generous professional support, employment terms and conditions and professional learning and development opportunities.

Start date: To be negotiated

Hours required: Monday to Friday 40 hours per week

Applicants require a minimum Level 7 Diploma or Bachelor of Training ECE, current first aid certificate and current teacher registration practising certificate.

Applicants for this position must have NZ Residency or a valid NZ Work Visa and must currently reside in NZ.

Physical address: 55 Grand Vue Road, Auckland