Head Teacher | Waimea Kindergarten

Nelson Tasman Kindergartens; Nelson; Hybrid; NZD 65,000 - 85,000; Full time

Job summary

Waimea Kindergarten, part of Nelson Tasman Kindergartens, is seeking a highly motivated kaiako to lead our dynamic teaching team. You will coach staff, model collaboration, and foster a love of learning among tamariki aged 2 to 6, with a strong commitment to Te Tiriti o Waitangi and Te Ao Māori.

Located adjacent to Henley School in Richmond, the centre operates across Te Puna and Te Awa with a licence for 75 children.

Responsibilities

• Lead and coach a dynamic teaching team.

Job description

We are currently looking for ahighly motivated, reliable, and dedicated kaiako to lead our dynamic team at Waimea Kindergarten. If you have the ability to lead and have experience in coaching teams to success, then this role could be perfect for you. The ideal candidate will lead with strong initiative, value teamwork, be self-motivated and have a genuine passion for teaching young tamariki. You must show a strong commitment to Te Tiriti o Waitangi and implement a curriculum where all tamariki experience, learn about, and connect with Te Ao Māori.

Located adjacent to Henley School in Richmond, Waimea Kindergarten comprises of two buildings, Te Puna and Te Awa, with a total licence for 75 children. We provide a rich early childhood curriculum for tamariki aged 2 years to 6 years. Our mixed age programme holds the fundamental principles of respect, resilience, having fun, challenging oneself and kaitiakitanga.

Why should you work at NTK?

We have a network of 23 high quality and well-resourced Kindergartens across the region, each with their own unique character.

Staff at Nelson Tasman Kindergartens benefit from the great ideas and the combined wealth of experience of the 140 plus teachers that work for us.

Teaching staff are supported by a team of Senior Education Advisors, the management team, board, and association office staff, as well as administrators in every Kindergarten.

We are a not-for-profit charity which ensures all funds go towards our children's education.

Head Teachers work 60% contact, 40% non-contact, including an additional 40 hours per year Head Teacher release.