K2 -Head teacher- Northland Kindergarten Association

Manaia View Kindergarten; Northland; On-site; NZD 30,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

A regional educational institution in Northland is looking for a Head Teacher to lead a team at Manaia View Kindergarten. The role requires a deep understanding of early childhood education and a commitment to fostering an inclusive environment. The ideal candidate will possess leadership skills and a recognized NZ ECE qualification. This position offers an opportunity to make a meaningful impact on the lives of children aged 2–6 years in a culturally rich setting.

Skills

Leadership, management, and mentoring skills

Pedagogical leadership knowledge and experience

Vision and a forward focus

Able to establish authentic and respectful relationships

Self-motivated and collaborative

Good communication

Strong focus on inclusiveness

Education

Recognised NZ ECE qualification

Current practising certificate

First aid certificate

Job description

K2 - Head teacher - Northland Kindergarten Association

Full time, Permanent

Early learning / kōhanga reo, Head teacher

English, Health and physical education, Learning languages, Mathematics and statistics, Science, Social sciences, Technology, Te reo Māori, The arts, Belonging / Mana Whenua, Contribution / Mana Tangata, Communication / Mana Reo, Exploration / Mana Aotūroa, Well-being / Mana Atua

Northland Kindergarten Association (NKA) seeks a head teacher (kaiako) to lead a committed team of kaiako at Manaia View Kindergarten, Raumanga, Whangārei commencing as soon as possible.

Manaia View Kindergarten caters for 30 children aged 2–6 years, operating Monday to Friday, and is staffed by a team of four kaiako, a part-time administrator, and a cook. The team is committed to creating a warm, respectful, and responsive environment where tamariki are empowered to investigate, explore, and make sense of their world.

With around 90% of tamariki having Māori heritage, their teaching and learning are deeply grounded in Te Ao Māori. Their philosophy is shaped by the values of Aroha, Ngā Hononga, Manaaki, and Hiringa, which are woven throughout their daily practice and relationships.

Qualifications and attributes

• Leadership, management, and mentoring skills
• Pedagogical leadership knowledge and experience
• Vision and a forward focus
• Able to establish authentic and respectful relationships with tamariki, whānau and colleagues
• Self-motivated, initiative, and able to work collaboratively with others
• Good communication with all members of the wider kindergarten community
• Strong focus on inclusiveness, recognising and valuing the diversity of the tamariki, whānau and local community

Manaia View Kindergarten is part of a network of 25 kindergartens within the NKA. The kindergarten is supported by a professional practice and management team. Northland Kindergarten Association adheres to the employment conditions as offered in the Kindergarten Teacher, Head Teachers, and Senior Teachers Collective Agreement 2023-2026.

Applicants must hold a recognised NZ ECE qualification, current practising certificate, and first aid certificate, and eligible to work in NZ.

How to apply

Please send your CV and direct enquiries to:

Type: Free Kindergarten
Maximum licenced places: 30

Physical address:
64 Murdoch Crescent, Otaika, Whangārei