Central Kids Kindergartens - Reporoa Waikato

Kindergarten kaiako

We are looking for a motivated, enthusiastic and collaborative kaiako to join our team in supporting tamariki and whānau to achieve their full potential.

Whakawhanaungatanga – Relationships with positive links to hapu, whānau, parents and the local wider community is essential to us.

Whakamana – enjoyment of learning, self-management.

Kotahitanga – affirming behaviour learning and

Ngā hononga – participating together also holds close to our hearts.

Honouring Te Tiriti o Waitangi, and protecting Papatūānuku is our duty.

Ko wai tatou? Who are we?

Ko ngā tamariki te pūtake – tamariki are central to all we do.
Mana ki te tangata – we maintain the dignity and standing of others.
Tiakina a Papatūānuku – we protect and enhance the environment.
Manaakitanga – we build mana and respect through generosity and goodwill.

At Central Kids all tamariki are respected and included for who they are. We celebrate diversity so that all whānau feel welcome and supported. We are committed to upholding Te Tiriti o Waitangi partnerships, which we bring to life through our cultural strategy and determination to see te reo Māori me ona Tikanga thrive. Our kaiako are respected and supported through ongoing professional development opportunities, to ensure we are always learning and improving our delivery of Te Whāriki.

Central Kids is a party to the Kindergarten Teachers', Head Teachers’ and Senior Teachers’ Collective Agreement (KTCA).  

Ko wai koe? Who are you?

We are looking for a dedicated, knowledgeable kaiako who:

• Is a strong advocate for tamariki
• Understands Te Tiriti o Waitangi based partnerships with tamariki and whānau
• Is committed to te reo Māori me ona tikanga
• Have an awareness of the culture of child protection
• Is dedicated to supporting the social and emotional growth of tamariki
• Is willing to create and maintain strong relationships with the wider community and outside agencies
• Demonstrates a growth mindset.