Ece Kaiako

**ECE Kaiako - Glen Eden West Kindergarten (part time 20 hours)**

**Join our passionate team and make a difference in young lives**

Ngā Tamariki Puāwai o Tāmaki | Auckland Kindergarten Association (AKA) is seeking a qualified and registered ECE Kaiako to join our dedicated team at Glen Eden West Kindergarten. This is a permanent part time position (20 hours Monday -Friday).

**About Us**

With a rich history, AKA is a leading provider of early childhood education in New Zealand. Our 107 kindergartens, four KiNZ centres, five Playgroups, and support services are committed to providing a safe, enriching, and culturally responsive learning environment for tamariki.

Glen Eden West Kindergarten offers a warm and nurturing space where tamariki aged 2-6 years can thrive. Our experienced team is dedicated to fostering happy, healthy, and confident young minds. We pride ourselves on strong community partnerships and a focus on wellbeing.

**The Role**

As an ECE Kaiako at Glen Eden West Kindergarten, you will play a vital role in shaping young lives. You will collaborate with a supportive team to deliver high-quality early childhood education aligned with Te Whāriki.

We are seeking a passionate and committed educator who can:

- Build strong relationships with tamariki, whānau, and colleagues
- Demonstrate a deep understanding of play-based learning and bicultural practices
- Contribute to a positive and inclusive learning environment
- Utilise ICT effectively to enhance teaching and learning
- Embrace ongoing professional development

**To be successful in this role, you will possess**:

- ECE qualifications, current registration and first aid certificate
- A strong commitment to the principles of the Treaty of Waitangi
- Excellent communication and interpersonal skills
- A passion for working with young tamariki
- Strong skills in planning and assessment

**What we offer**:

- A supportive and collaborative work environment
- Opportunities for professional growth and development
- A chance to make a lasting impact on the lives of young children

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 16**th** September 2024 (unless filled prior)**

We look forward to hearing from you
- Ngā mihi_ The Glen Eden West Kindergarten Team
- Applicants must have the legal right to live and work 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 #- 20894- Posted on- 02 Sep 2024- Closes on- 16 Sep 2024 12:00- Location(s)- Glen Eden West- Expertise- Teacher- Job level(s)- Entry / graduate, Experienced 2-5 years, Experienced 5 years +- Work type(s)- Permanent