Preschool Kaiako

The Meadows Early Learning Centre; Tamahere; On-site; NZD 52,000 - 70,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Full pay parity

Supportive teaching team

Ongoing professional learning and / or

Beautiful learning environments

Great coffee and teammates who care

Job summary

The Meadows Early Learning Centre in New Zealand is seeking a qualified kaiako to join our preschool team. We value Te Ao Māori and build strong relationships with tamariki, whānau and each other to create meaningful learning experiences.

We look for curious, reflective kaiako who enjoy teamwork, professional growth, and engaging in messy play and meaningful conversations with colleagues. Applicants must hold current NZ teacher certification and have the right to work in NZ.

Qualifications

• Current NZ teacher certification (essential)
• Relationship-first approach to teaching
• Love of play, inquiry and creating joyful learning experiences
• Commitment to bicultural practice and lifelong learning

Responsibilities

• Join The Meadows preschool team as kaiako.
• Contribute to Te Ao Māori enriched curriculum and strong relationships with tamariki and whānau.
• Engage in ongoing professional learning and collaborative team discussions.

Skills

relationship-first approach

love of play and inquiry

joyful learning experiences

lifelong learning

Education

NZ teacher certification

Job description

Are you the kind of kaiako who still gets excited by muddy gumboots, magnificent block creations, endless "why?" questions, and seeing the world through a child's eyes?

If so, we'd love to meet you!

The Meadows Early Learning Centre is looking for a qualified and certificated kaiako to join our preschool team. We believe childhood should be full of wonder, laughter, belonging and meaningful learning. Our curriculum is enriched by Te Ao Māori, and shaped through strong relationships with tamariki, whānau and each other.

We're looking for someone who is curious, reflective, and enjoys working alongside a team that values collaboration, humour and continuous growth. Someone who isn't afraid to get stuck into messy play one minute and meaningful professional conversations the next.

Important: We are not an accredited employer. Applicants must hold current NZ teacher certification and have the legal right to work in New Zealand.

About you

• Current NZ teacher certification (essential)
• A relationship-first approach to teaching
• A love of play, inquiry and creating joyful learning experiences
• A commitment to bicultural practice and lifelong learning

What you'll find at The Meadows

• Full pay parity
• A fun, supportive and experienced teaching team
• Ongoing professional learning and leadership opportunities
• Beautiful learning environments where children and kaiako flourish
• Plenty of laughter, great coffee and teammates who genuinely care

If you're looking for more than just a job-if you're looking for a place to belong, grow and make a difference-we'd love to hear from you.

Come grow with us!