Kaiako

Elsie Street Kindergarten; Southland; On-site; NZD 52,000 - 65,000; Full time

Job summary

Elsie Street Kindergarten in Gore, Southland, NZ, is seeking a qualified kaiako to join our dedicated team.

This permanent, full-time role offers a supportive teaching environment, ongoing professional learning and a strong network of kaiako across Southland Kindergartens.

You will foster positive relationships with tamariki and whānau, apply Te Whāriki and Te Tiriti o Waitangi, and contribute to high-quality, child-centred learning.

Qualifications

• Recognition of an early childhood teaching qualification and NZ Teaching Council registration.
• Current first aid certificate.
• Passionate about high-quality, child-centered education.
• Ability to build positive relationships with tamariki, whānau and colleagues.
• Demonstrates enthusiasm, creativity and collaborative teaching.
• Strong understanding of Te Whāriki and Te Tiriti o Waitangi.
• Reflective, adaptable and committed to ongoing professional growth.

Responsibilities

• Provide high-quality early childhood education in a welcoming setting.
• Plan and implement developmentally appropriate learning experiences.
• Collaborate with kaiako and whānau to support tamariki growth.
• Contribute to a positive, inclusive learning culture.

Skills

Relationship building

Collaborative teaching

Adaptability

Reflective practice

Education

Early childhood teaching qualification

NZ Teaching Council registration

Job description

Early learning / kōhanga reo, Certificated teacher
Belonging / Mana Whenua, Contribution / Mana Tangata, Communication / Mana Reo, Exploration / Mana Aotūroa, Well-being / Mana Atua

Are you a passionate, enthusiastic kaiako looking for your next opportunity?

Southland Kindergartens Association is seeking a dedicated and enthusiastic qualified kaiako to join our team at Elsie Street Kindergarten in Gore.

This is a permanent, full-time position (1.0 FTE), offering the opportunity to work alongside a supportive team committed to providing high-quality early childhood education.

At Elsie Street Kindergarten, we value positive relationships, meaningful learning experiences and creating an environment where tamariki feel safe, supported and inspired to explore, discover and grow.

About you

We are looking for a kaiako who:

• holds a recognised early childhood teaching qualification and current NZ Teaching Council registration
• has a current first aid certificate
• is passionate about providing high-quality, child-centred early childhood education
• builds positive, respectful relationships with tamariki, whānau and colleagues
• brings enthusiasm, creativity and a collaborative approach to teaching
• demonstrates a strong understanding of Te Whāriki and a commitment to Te Tiriti o Waitangi
• is reflective, adaptable and committed to ongoing professional growth.

What we offer

As part of Southland Kindergartens Association, you will enjoy:

• a welcoming and supportive teaching environment
• opportunities for professional learning and development
• a strong network of experienced kaiako across our 24 kindergartens
• employment terms and conditions in accordance with the Kindergarten Teachers, Head Teachers and Senior Teachers' Collective Agreement (KTCA)
• the opportunity to make a meaningful difference in the lives of tamariki and their whānau.If you are a motivated kaiako who enjoys working collaboratively and is passionate about helping tamariki thrive, we would like to hear from you.

If you are overseas, please do not apply as we are unable to support visas.