Certified Kaiako

Are you a passionate certificated kaiako who believes in the power of meaningful partnerships, child-led learning, and inspiring tamariki to discover a love for learning? At Otaki Early Learning Centre, we believe every tamaiti deserves to feel valued, respected, supported, and encouraged to learn in their own unique way.

Teaching with purpose and heart

Our philosophy is grounded in whanaungatanga, manaakitanga and aroha. We value strong partnerships with tamariki, whānau, and our teaching team, creating an environment where everyone feels a sense of belonging.

You will be part of a supportive team where your ideas are welcomed, your contribution is valued, and you are encouraged to continue growing as a professional.

What we offer

Full pay parity.

A warm, welcoming, and supportive team culture.

Well-resourced indoor and outdoor learning environments, with regular budgets to support you in your role as a kaiako.

Strong support from experienced leaders and opportunities to develop your own leaderships.

Ongoing mentoring and professional development.

Opportunities to grow your career and strengthen your teaching practice.

A team that values wellbeing, collaboration, and positive relationships.

We’d love to hear from you if you have

an ECE qualification and current full or provisional teaching registration, or are a kaiako in training

a genuine passion for working with tamariki

a commitment to intentional teaching practice

strong communication and partnership-building skills with whānau

a collaborative, positive, and flexible approach to teamwork

energy, creativity, warmth, and a desire to make a meaningful difference in children's lives.

Come and grow with us – if you're looking for a centre where you can teach with purpose, build meaningful relationships, and be supported by experienced leaders, Otaki Early Learning Centre could be the place for you.

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