Brooklands Kindergarten Taranaki

Kindergarten head teacher

• We seek a leader who serves others; has strengths in mentoring and collectively working alongside tamariki, colleagues, whānau and community to foster pathways for future generations.
• Are you knowledgeable about Te Ao Māori and committed to ensuring that te reo Māori not only survives but thrives?
• Are you courageous, strong and resilient to change, can overcome challenges and able to lead others by remaining positive and future focused?
• Are you able to inspire, motivate and support teachers to continually improve teaching and learning?
• Are you able to lead and support others in working towards a shared strategic vision of the Kindergarten Association?
• Are you a leader who is culturally responsive in ensuring tamariki and whānau are provided with equitable opportunities to learn? 

About this role

• You would lead a team of 4 other teachers, plus support staff, to provide a high quality programme for up to 40 tamariki
• There is a strong emphasis on sustainability through the Enviroschools programme and we are working towards sustainability for education embedding the Enviroschools principles
• We have strong whanaungatanga relationships with whanau, tamaiti and the wider community. 

What we offer

• Benefits of the Kindergarten Teachers Collective Agreement
• An organisation which offers fantastic professional development opportunities
• Professional network of 24 Kindergartens
• We encourage all Kindergartens to be involved in Enviroschools, Incredible Years, Healthy Heart and deepening our cultural journey to strengthen Te Ao Māori. 

All applicants must hold a NZ recognised ECE qualification and current teacher registration. For further information about our Kindergartens and to download an application pack go to our website www.kindergartentaranaki.co.nz or ph (027) 639 9830.