Head Kaiako - Epsom South Kindergarten
- Lead your team to success
- Join a supportive and collaborative team
- Proud to be an Enviroschool
- Engage in a rewarding and fulfilling full time role at our Epsom South Kindergarten
- Term 1, January 2025 start date

**Inspire Young Minds: Head Kaiako Opportunity at Epsom South Kindergarten**

**Join our vibrant Enviroschool community and make a lasting impact on young lives**

Join Epsom South Kindergarten part of Ngā Tamariki Puāwai o Tāmaki -The Auckland Kindergarten Association (AKA)and lead our dedicated team in a collaborative and inclusive learning environment. We foster aroha (compassion) and manaakitanga (hospitality) for all learners, working together for the well-being of every child (Me mahi tahi tātou mō te oranga o te katoa).

Epsom South Kindergarten, a dedicated Enviroschool, is seeking a dynamic Head Kaiako to lead our team of passionate educators. Our beautiful, spacious environment fosters curiosity, creativity, and a deep connection with nature.
- ** Lead with Vision**:Inspire and empower our team to deliver exceptional early childhood education aligned with Te Whāriki.
- ** Nurture Young Minds**:Foster a play-based learning environment that encourages exploration, discovery, and imagination.
- ** Champion Sustainability**:Promote environmental awareness and sustainable practices, leveraging our Enviroschool status.
- ** Build Strong Whanaungatanga**:Collaborate with whānau and the community to create a supportive and inclusive learning community.
- ** Strategic Leadership**: Oversee the day-to-day operations, ensuring a high-quality learning environment.
- ** Proven Experience**:5+ years' experience in ECE with a current full practicing certificate and first aid.
- ** Passionate Educator**:Deep commitment to play-based learning and child-centred approaches.
- ** Strong Communicator**:Excellent interpersonal skills to build relationships with whānau, staff, and the community.
- ** Strategic Thinker**:Ability to develop and implement effective plans and strategies.
- ** Collaborative Team Player**:Fosters a positive and supportive team culture.
- ** Bicultural Competency**:Understanding and appreciation of Te Tiriti o Waitangi and Māori culture.
- ** Environmental Champion**:Passion for sustainability and a commitment to environmental education.
- ** Demonstrated Pedagogical Leadership**:Experience in leading and mentoring teams, and a focus on continuous improvement.
- ** Operational Expertise**:Understanding of early childhood regulations and compliance requirements, including internal evaluation.

**Join Our Team**:
**Applications close on 11th December 2024 at 12.00 pm (unless filled prior)**

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

**_ 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 #- 21173- Posted on- 27 Nov 2024- Closes on- 11 Dec 2024 12:00- Location(s)- Epsom South- Expertise- Head Teacher- Job level(s)- Experienced 2-5 years, Experienced 5 years +- Work type(s)- Permanent