Kaiako - Māngere Bridge Kindergarten (Fixed Term)

Auckland Kindergarten Association; Auckland; On-site; NZD 50,000 - 70,000; Full time

Job summary

The Auckland Kindergarten Association is seeking an ECE kaiako for Māngere Bridge Kindergarten on a fixed-term contract from 18 January 2027 to 21 December 2027. This 40 hours per week role focuses on play-based learning, creativity, and outdoor exploration.

You will work in a supportive team, building strong relationships with tamariki, whānau and the wider community while embedding Te Tiriti o Waitangi and bicultural practice in everyday learning.

Qualifications

• Fully registered and certificated ECE teacher with a passion for play-based learning.
• Supports tamariki to become independent and confident learners.
• Experience in planning, assessment and documentation.
• Interest in nature-based education and outdoor learning.
• Commitment to bicultural practice and inclusion.

Skills

Play-based learning

Collaboration

Planning & assessment

Outdoor education

Sustainability awareness

Education

ECE teacher certification

Job description

ECE Kaiako – Māngere Bridge Kindergarten (Fixed term contract)

Fixed term position – start date 18th January 2027 -21st December 2027

Are you a passionate ECE kaiako who loves play-based learning, creativity and the great outdoors?

Join the fun, collaborative and innovative team at Māngere Bridge Kindergarten, where tamariki are encouraged to explore, take on challenges and lead their own learning.

This is a 40 hours a week position.

About us

Ngā Tamariki Puāwai o Tāmaki | Auckland Kindergarten Association (AKA) is a leading provider of early childhood education. We foster inclusive, multicultural learning environments where tamariki can develop confidence, curiosity and a lifelong love of learning.

About Māngere Bridge Kindergarten

Māngere Bridge Kindergarten is a creative and innovative learning environment built on strong partnerships between kaiako, tamariki, whānau and our wider community.

We are committed to Te Tiriti o Waitangi and acknowledge Māori as tangata whenua of Aotearoa New Zealand. We value the sociocultural nature of play-based learning and celebrate the freedom tamariki have to explore, discover and experience creativity and wonder.

Our kindergarten environment encourages tamariki to:

• Test ideas, innovate and solve problems
• Learn through appropriate risk and challenge
• Take the lead and ask questions
• Develop independence and take ownership of their learning

As an Enviroschool, caring for our whenua is embedded in our everyday practice and curriculum. We also have strong relationships with our local kura and enjoy spending Mondays at Ambury Farm as part of our weekly curriculum.

About you

We are looking for a kaiako who:

• Is a fully registered and certificated ECE teacher with a passion for play-based learning
• Supports tamariki to become independent and confident learners
• Enjoys working collaboratively and is committed to professional growth and learning alongside tamariki
• Has an interest in nature-based education and enjoys spending time in the great outdoors
• Is passionate about sustainability and interested in the Enviroschools kaupapa
• Is flexible, open-minded and a supportive team player
• Is enthusiastic and reflective, with excellent relationship-building skills
• Is skilled in planning, assessment and documentation
• Enjoys getting down to the level of tamariki and creating hands-on learning experiences
• Is committed to bicultural practice and inclusion and values diverse perspectives

Ready to join our fun and friendly team?

We warmly encourage interested applicants to visit Māngere Bridge Kindergarten. Please call ahead to arrange a suitable time.

To learn more about Māngere Bridge Kindergarten, please visit the AKA website.

Applications close on 8th November 2026 at 12.00 pm. (unless filled prior)

For information about the terms and conditions of this position, please refer to the Kindergarten Teachers, Head Teachers, and Senior Teachers’ Collective Agreement 2023–2026.

Applicants must have the legal right to live and work in New Zealand to be considered for this position.