Head Kaiako

**Head Kaiako, Māngere Bridge Kindergarten**

**Ngā Tamariki Puāwai o Tāmaki** | **Auckland Kindergarten Association (AKA)** is seeking a passionate and experienced **Head Kaiako** to join our vibrant community-focused kindergarten in Māngere Bridge. We are committed to providing a nurturing and inclusive learning environment that celebrates Te Reo Māori, cultural diversity, and the principles of Te Tiriti o Waitangi.

**About Us**:
As part of the **Auckland Kindergarten Association (AKA)**, we have a long history of providing quality early childhood education in New Zealand. Māngere Bridge Kindergarten offers a creative and innovative learning environment where tamariki can explore, discover, and develop as confident and competent learners.

**Key Responsibilities**:

- ** Leadership**: Provide strategic direction and operational oversight for the kindergarten, ensuring a high-quality educational experience for all tamariki.
- ** Team Development**: Lead, mentor, and support a team of dedicated kaiako, fostering a collaborative and supportive work environment.
- ** Curriculum Implementation**: Implement a play-based curriculum that aligns with Te Whāriki and promotes children's exploration, discovery, and critical thinking.
- ** Whānau Partnerships**: Build strong relationships with whānau and the community, fostering a sense of belonging and involvement.
- ** Bicultural Practice**: Integrate Te Reo Māori and tikanga Māori into daily practices, promoting a culturally responsive and inclusive environment.
- A registered and fully certificated ECE Kaiako, current first aid with 5+ years' experience in an ECE environment.
- Proven leadership skills and experience in leading a team of early childhood educators.
- A strong understanding of Te Whāriki and bicultural practice.
- Excellent communication and interpersonal skills.
- A commitment to ongoing professional development and innovation.

**Benefits**:

- A supportive and collaborative work environment.
- Opportunities for professional growth and development.
- A competitive salary and benefits package.

If you are passionate about providing a transformative early childhood education experience, we encourage you to apply.

For information on the terms and conditions of this position, please review the Kindergarten Teachers, Head Teachers, and Senior Teachers' Collective Agreement 2023-2026.

**We encourage you to apply Applications close 9th September 2024 (unless filled prior)**

We look forward to hearing from you
- You must have the legal right to live and work permanently in New Zealand to be considered for this position._
- Though it is no longer mandatory, the AKA continues to encourage its people to be fully vaccinated from the COVID-19 virus._

**Job Details**:

- Reference #- 20917- Posted on- 27 Aug 2024- Closes on- 09 Sep 2024 12:00- Location(s)- Mangere Bridge- Expertise- Head Teacher- Job level(s)- Experienced 2-5 years- Work type(s)- Permanent