Kindergarten Kaiwhakaako | head teacher - Kawerau

Central Kids Kindergartens - Pūtauaki; Bay of Plenty; On-site; NZD 56,000 - 75,000; Full time

Job summary

An early childhood education provider in Kawerau is seeking a Kindergarten Kaiwhakaako (head teacher). The ideal candidate will be a passionate leader focusing on educational outcomes and embracing strong cultural values. Responsibilities include leading teams and fostering community relationships. Must hold a level 7 Teaching qualification and be entitled to work in New Zealand. The role offers a supportive environment for continuous professional development.

Qualifications

• Strong confident leader with a passion for educational outcomes.
• Demonstrates a commitment to Te Reo Māori and child protection.
• Experience in managing teams for high performance.

Skills

Strong leadership

Passion for educational outcomes

Understanding of Te Tiriti o Waitangi

Commitment to Te Reo Māori

Health and safety awareness

Child protection awareness

Relationship building

Growth mindset

Organizational skills

Team management

Curriculum development

Education

Level 7 Teaching qualification specializing in ECE

Job description

Kindergarten Kaiwhakaako | head teacher - Kawerau

Full time, Permanent

We are looking for a progressive, empowering and enthusiastic leader to join our teams supporting tamariki and whānau to achieve their full potential.

Ko wai tatou? | Who are we?

Ko ngā tamariki te pūtake | children are central to all that we do.

Me tiaki, me manaaki i te taiao | Protect and enhance the environment.

Manaakitanga | Encourage mana in others through care, generosity, and goodwill.

At Central Kids tamariki are respected for who they are. We celebrate diversity so whānau feel welcome and supported. We uphold Te Tiriti o Waitangi partnerships through our cultural strategy and determination to see Te Reo Māori me ona Tikanga thrive. Our kaiako are supported through ongoing professional development to ensure we are always improving delivery of Te Whāriki.

Central Kids is a party to the Kindergarten Teachers', Head Teachers', and Senior Teachers' Collective Agreement (KTCA)

Ko wai koe? | Who are you?

We are looking for someone who:

• is a strong confident leader
• is passionate about excellent educational outcomes for tamariki
• understands Te Tiriti o Waitangi based partnerships with tamariki and whānau
• demonstrates a commitment to Te Reo Māori me ona Tikanga
• embraces a culture of strong health, safety, aroha, mana, tiaki, and manaaki
• has an awareness of the culture of child protection
• is experienced and passionate about creating and maintaining strong relationships with whānau and the wider community.
• demonstrates a growth mindset
• Excellent organisational and planning skills
• proven experience in leading and managing teams for high performance
• is meticulous and passionate about developing and progressing high quality curriculum

Requirements for this role:

• entitled to work in Aotearoa, New Zealand
• level 7 Teaching qualification specialising in ECE
• hold a current practising certificate
• hold valid first aid certification (level 1+)

Type: Free Kindergarten

Maximum licenced places: 40

Physical address: 10 Marshall Street, Kawerau