Teacher

We are located just moments away from the vibrant Petone community of cafés and beach. Our kindergarten is a warm reflection of the diverse heritage and rich culture of our local community. Relationships are at the heart of everything we do; we value strong whānau partnerships that creates a genuine sense of belonging for all.

We engage in the Enviro-schools programme, we are committed to sustainability and a child-led curriculum that empowers our tamariki to explore and grow. You will be joining a supportive and passionate team of four teachers, caring for up to 40 children who attend for 6 hours daily. If you value connection, heritage, and a play-led approach to learning, we would love to welcome you to our team!

We are looking for an enthusiastic ECE kaiako who has:

• strong, experienced practice in honouring Te Tiriti o Waitangi, weaving te reo Māori, tikanga, and care for Papatūānuku into everyday teaching and learning.
• relational skills that foster a genuinely collaborative environment, using clear communication and strong initiative to guide, empower, and support the teaching team in getting things done.
• a proactive approach to taking shared responsibility for the systems that keep our team organised, including planning, assessment and internal evaluation.
• deep respect and confidence in celebrating the unique identity, language, culture, and diversity of every tamaiti and whānau.
• a strong understanding of internal evaluation, with proven experience in recognizing the impact of teaching practice and continuously improving learning outcomes for tamariki.