Warm ECE Kaiako - Part-Time 20h/wk, Play-Led Learning

AKA

Upper Harbour

On-site

NZD 32,000 - 47,000

Part time

2 days ago
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Benefits offered by this job

Competitive remuneration
Professional development opportunities

Job summary

AKA Hobsonville Kindergarten is seeking a passionate, qualified and registered ECE Kaiako for a permanent, part-time role (20 hours per week, Monday to Friday). Start date: term 1, 15 January 2027. Join a collaborative team and support tamariki to learn through play in a culturally inclusive environment.

You will work with a supportive team, contributing to sustainable practices and positive outcomes for children, families, and the wider learning community.

Qualifications

  • Recognised ECE teaching qualification and current practising certificate.
  • First aid certificate is required.
  • Commitment to child-led, play-based learning.
  • Ability to build positive, respectful relationships with tamariki, whānau and colleagues.
  • Comfort with planning, assessing and documenting children's learning.

Responsibilities

  • Create meaningful learning experiences in a kindergarten setting.
  • Foster strong relationships with tamariki and whānau to support learning.
  • Plan, assess and document each child’s progress and learning goals.
  • Collaborate with a supportive team to provide inclusive learning outcomes.

Skills

Warmth & Enthusiasm
Relationship Building
Play-based Learning
ICT Proficiency

Education

ECE Teaching Qualification
Practising Certificate
First Aid Certificate

Job description

AKA Hobsonville Kindergarten is seeking a passionate, qualified and registered ECE Kaiako for a permanent, part-time role (20 hours per week, Monday to Friday). Start date: term 1, 15 January 2027. Join a collaborative team and support tamariki to learn through play in a culturally inclusive environment.

You will work with a supportive team, contributing to sustainable practices and positive outcomes for children, families, and the wider learning community.

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