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 Ako o te Tui Early Learning Service, located on the University of Auckland's Grafton Campus, is seeking a passionate fixed-term ECE qualified and certificated kaiako to join our supportive and well-resourced team.

As one of the University's larger early learning services, Te Ako o te Tui provides a vibrant, purpose-built environment designed to support the learning, development, and wellbeing of tamariki. With spacious learning environments, exceptional teacher-child ratios, and a collaborative team culture, we create meaningful opportunities for both tamariki and kaiako to thrive.

Licensed for 90 children aged 3 months to 6 years, this role is primarily based in our Under 2s room, supporting up to 30 tamariki with an excellent 1:3 ratio. There may also be opportunities to work across the wider service as required.

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 strong 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 6.75%

Discounted childcare, parking, and public transport

Inclusive parental leave provisions

Professional development opportunities

Exceptional teacher-child ratios

A supportive, well-resourced teaching environment

This is a fixed-term, full-time position (40 hours per week) for 12 months, 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.