Kaiako Māraurau — Inspiring ECE Growth & Te Reo Māori

Central Kids; Te Awamutu; On-site; NZD 56,000 - 75,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Discounted kindergarten fees for your

Discounted health insurance

Boost membership

Free flu vaccination

Confidential free EAP services

Job summary

Central Kids seeks a motivated kaiako to support tamariki and whānau toward their full potential. The role focuses on strong partnerships under Te Tiriti o Waitangi, leadership in bicultural practice, and nurturing Te Reo Māori me ona Tikanga within our learning environment.

We value advocates for tamariki who build trusted relationships with families and the wider community while upholding health, safety, aroha, mana, tiaki, and manaaki across early childhood settings.

Qualifications

• Entitled to work in Aotearoa, New Zealand and hold a current practising certificate.
• Hold a valid first aid certification - level 1 or higher.
• Demonstrates strong advocacy for tamariki and whānau.
• Understands and applies Te Tiriti o Waitangi based partnerships with tamariki and whānau.
• Committed to Te Reo Māori me ona Tikanga and bicultural leadership.

Skills

Advocacy for tamariki

Te Tiriti o Waitangi partnerships

Te Reo Māori me ona Tikanga

Health and safety mindset

Community relationship building

Education

Level 7 Teaching qualification specialising in ECE

Job description

Central Kids seeks a motivated kaiako to support tamariki and whānau toward their full potential. The role focuses on strong partnerships under Te Tiriti o Waitangi, leadership in bicultural practice, and nurturing Te Reo Māori me ona Tikanga within our learning environment.

We value advocates for tamariki who build trusted relationships with families and the wider community while upholding health, safety, aroha, mana, tiaki, and manaaki across early childhood settings.