Central Kids Kindergartens - Rushton Road Waikato

Kindergarten head teacher

We have an exciting opportunity for a leader to join our team in Morrinsville. 

About us:

We offer a rich learning environment, both inside and out that welcomes, challenges, captivates, informs, comforts and inspires children and adults alike.

The teaching team is committed to Te Whāriki and Te Whatu Pokeka, and our dedication to bicultural practice ensures that each child, whānau, and teacher has a place to stand – a place to belong in.

We are part of Central Kids Early Education, which operates 57 other kindergartens and centres across the central North Island.  

Central Kids provide:

• A commitment to putting children at the heart to all that we do – Ko ngā tamariki te pūtake
• A commitment to ensuring te reo Rangatira not only survives but thrives in our organisation
• A commitment to upholding our obligations as partners of Te Tiriti o Waitangi
• A commitment to Rautaki Ahurea – our cultural strategy
• Access to high-quality professional development opportunities
• Ongoing professional support to maintain quality teaching practice
• 6 weeks' annual leave, 9 days' sick leave and non-contact/professional time per the Kindergarten Teachers', Head Teachers’ and Senior Teachers’ Collective Agreement.  

About you:

• A motivated, enthusiastic leader, who is able to put current theory into practice
• Demonstrated knowledge of ECE business operational requirements eg: staffing, funding and licensing criteria
• Able to demonstrate a working knowledge of Te Whāriki
• Committed to te reo Māori me ona tikanga, te tiriti o Waitangi and te o Māori
• Able to work within a team who have a strong commitment to supporting the social and emotional growth of tamariki
• Committed to creating/maintainging strong, possible relationships within the wider community and outside agencies
• Able to demonstrate a growth mindset, be open and willing to change that enables us to continue providing high-quality early education to all tamariki who attend our services
• ECE qualified and hold current certification and a current first aid certificate.