Little Parrots Bay of Plenty

Kaiako roles

Little Parrots is a new early childhood education community in Mount Maunganui. We are seeking dynamic and passionate kaiako to grow our team in a number of roles across all age groups. As the heart of the ‘Little Parrots Whānau’, these roles play a crucial part in fostering our philosophy of whanaungatanga and ensuring the holistic development of all our tamariki. We are looking for people who share our commitment to creating a nurturing and culturally rich environment where every tamaiti can thrive.

Key responsibilities:

• Leadership:
  • Buying into shared leadership AND fostering a positive and collaborative work culture.
  • Ensuring a high standard of care and education.
  • Implementing and upholding our philosophy of whanaungatanga in all aspects of Little Parrots functioning.
• Curriculum development:
  • Work closely with qualified educators to further develop and enhance our curriculum based on the principles of Te Whāriki.
  • Creating learning opportunities that celebrate the individual interests, strengths, and cultural backgrounds of each tamaiti.
  • Promoting a balance of support and freedom to empower tamariki to reach their full potential.
• Cultural responsiveness:
  • Honour Te Tiriti O Waitangi and integrate te reo and tikanga practices into daily activities.
  • Strengthen and affirm the cultural identity of each tamaiti by involving their whānau and wider community.
  • Foster an inclusive and respectful environment that acknowledges the bicultural heritage of Aotearoa.

Qualifications and experience:

• ECE teaching qualification and practising certificate.
• First aid certification.
• A strong understanding and commitment to the principles of whanaungatanga, tikanga, and Te Whāriki.
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills to engage effectively with tamariki, whānau, and our wider community.
• Demonstrated ability to inspire and be inspired by a team of passionate educators.