Year 0 to 2 Kaiako

We are seeking an enthusiastic, skilled, and passionate kaiako to join our junior team (Years 0 to 2) starting in term 1, 2027.

This is a permanent position for an educator who excels in early years pedagogy and recognises the vital importance of foundational learning. You will join a collaborative team dedicated to providing a structured, high-quality learning environment that empowers tamariki to build strong literacy and numeracy skills right from their transition into school.

The successful applicant will demonstrate:

• strong, practical experience and deep pedagogical understanding of structured literacy (phonemic awareness and decodable texts) and structured mathematics tailored for junior ākonga
• a proven ability to foster strong, supportive relationships with tamariki, whānau, and colleagues, reflecting our core values of 'caring and connected'
• a genuine commitment to participating actively in the life of our kura and connecting with our unique local coastal environment and community
• a commitment to Te Tiriti o Waitangi, integrating te reo Māori and tikanga naturally into classroom routines to uplift the identity and mana of all learners
• high expectations for progress and achievement alongside a caring classroom environment that balances structured explicit instruction with supportive, engaging learning routines.