Kaiako - Early Childhood Educator

Are you a New Zealand-qualified and certificated kaiako looking for a teaching role where relationships, quality practice, and professional growth are genuinely valued?

Te Tupu o te Tōrea Early Learning Service, located in the heart of the University of Auckland's City Campus, is seeking a passionate ECE kaiako to join our supportive and well-resourced team.

Built on a historic nesting ground for the tōrea (oystercatcher), our centre reflects the values of growth, protection, and belonging. We provide a true "home away from home" for tamariki, whānau, and kaiako, with exceptional teacher-child ratios, a strong sense of community, and a commitment to intentional, high-quality teaching.

Licensed for 55 children aged 3 months to 6 years, our mixed-age environment offers the opportunity to support tamariki across all stages of learning and development.

What you'll bring

You will be a New Zealand-qualified and certificated teacher who:

Creates meaningful learning experiences for tamariki

Demonstrates strong pedagogical knowledge and intentional practice

Builds positive relationships with tamariki, whānau, and colleagues

Understands and applies Te Whāriki

Upholds Te Tiriti o Waitangi in practice

Enjoys working collaboratively within a supportive team

Is reflective and committed to ongoing professional growth

What we offer

Above full pay parity salary: $60,701 - $101,719

Five weeks' annual leave

KiwiSaver contributions up to 75%

Discounted childcare, parking, and public transport

Inclusive parental leave provisions

Professional development opportunities

Exceptional teacher-child ratios

A supportive, well-resourced environment

This is a permanent, full-time position (40 hours per week) with a fortnightly rotating shift pattern.

If you're passionate about helping tamariki thrive and want to join a centre that values belonging, growth, and high-quality teaching, we'd love to hear from you.