Senior Early Childhood Educator

3 days ago


Wellington, Wellington, New Zealand Island Bay Kindergarten Full time

Role Summary: We are seeking a highly motivated and experienced Senior Head Teacher to join our team at Island Bay Kindergarten. As a key leader in our organization, you will be responsible for driving innovation and excellence in early childhood education, while fostering a positive and inclusive work environment.

Key Responsibilities: The successful candidate will have:

  • Lead and manage a team of educators to deliver high-quality early childhood education and care
  • Develop and implement curriculum plans that promote children's sense of belonging and wellbeing
  • Build and maintain strong relationships with the teaching team, wider community, and whanau
  • Contribute to the development and implementation of organizational policies and procedures
  • Participate in ongoing professional development to stay up-to-date with best practices in early childhood education

Requirements: To be considered for this role, you will need:

  • Minimum 3 years' experience as a Senior Head Teacher or equivalent in an early childhood setting
  • Postgraduate qualification in early childhood education or related field
  • Strong leadership and management skills, with the ability to build and sustain high-trust relationships
  • Excellent communication and collaboration skills, with the ability to work effectively with internal and external stakeholders
  • Deep understanding of Te Tiriti o Waitangi and Pacific Education principles, with the ability to incorporate these into your practice


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