Part-Time ECE Kaiako: Playful, Bicultural Learning

Auckland Kindergarten Association; Omana; On-site; NZD 33,000 - 39,000; Part time

Job summary

AKA is seeking a qualified and registered ECE kaiako for Ōmana Kindergarten in Papatoetoe. This part-time role (27.25–27.5 hours/week) starts Term 1, 15 January 2027.

You will contribute to a play-based curriculum shaped by tamariki and whānau, uphold Te Tiriti o Waitangi principles, and collaborate with a warm, reflective team to support learning and development. The position offers opportunities to engage with bicultural practices, integrate te reo Māori, and grow professionally within a

Qualifications

• Commitment to learning through play and a curriculum shaped by tamariki and whānau.
• Commitment to Te Tiriti o Waitangi and te reo Māori, bicultural practice.
• Warmth and strong communication to build trusting relationships.
• Sound planning, assessment and documentation to make learning visible and inform next steps.
• Inclusive approach to diverse cultures, perspectives and learning needs.
• Creativity and confidence in incorporating music and movement into learning.
• Confidence using ICT to support assessment, documentation and communication with whānau.
• Reflective, collaborative approach and a willingness to share ideas and keep learning.

Skills

Commitment to learning through play

Te Tiriti o Waitangi biculturalism

Warmth and communication

Planning and documentation

Inclusive approach

Creativity with music and movement

ICT for assessment & communication

Reflective collaboration

Education

Qualified & registered ECE kaiako

Current first aid certificate

Job description

AKA is seeking a qualified and registered ECE kaiako for Ōmana Kindergarten in Papatoetoe. This part-time role (27.25–27.5 hours/week) starts Term 1, 15 January 2027.

You will contribute to a play-based curriculum shaped by tamariki and whānau, uphold Te Tiriti o Waitangi principles, and collaborate with a warm, reflective team to support learning and development. The position offers opportunities to engage with bicultural practices, integrate te reo Māori, and grow professionally within a