Teacher Aide

**Teacher Aide - Flat Bush Kindergarten (Permanent Part-time - 10 hours/week)**

Discover a fulfilling opportunity to work in a child-focused learning environment with a warm and supportive team at Flat Bush Kindergarten. As part of Ngā Tamariki Puāwai o Tāmaki | Auckland Kindergarten Association (AKA), we have a rich history in Early Childhood Education since 1908.

**About Us**:
At AKA, our commitment is to provide a safe and enriching early childhood learning environment. Our 107 kindergartens, four KiNZ centres, and five Playgroups form a network dedicated to building the foundations for a lifetime of learning. Embracing a bicultural environment with Te Whāriki as our learning framework, we prioritize the well-being of tamariki, parents, and whānau.

**About Flat Bush Kindergarten**:
Our kindergarten has a professional, qualified teaching team with a passion for providing early childhood education in Flat Bush. Kaiako work alongside tamariki and develop their individual interests and strengths, providing quality learning and growth opportunities for our precious little ones.

Flat Bush Kindergarten work in partnership with whānau towards achieving their aspirations for their tamariki. We're proud that our Flat Bush Kindergarten children grow to be well-rounded individuals who recognise their uniqueness, are proud of who they are and strive to fulfil their full potential.

**The Role**:
We are seeking a vibrant and enthusiastic Teacher Aide to join our dedicated team on a permanent, part-time basis (10 hours per week). Your role will involve assisting the teaching team in maintaining a beautiful learning environment, supporting routine activities with the tamariki, and ensuring resources are organised. We value energy, initiative, flexibility, and strong ICT skills to support documentation preparation.
- Previous experience in working with young tamariki, preferably in a Kindergarten or Early Childhood Education setting.
- Excellent interpersonal communication skills, with the ability to listen, explain, and build positive relationships.
- Flexibility, adaptability, tolerance, and perseverance are essential qualities.
- Commitment to delivering a high-quality AKA Kindergarten service aligned with our philosophy of learning through play.
- Team player with attention to detail, confidentiality, and an understanding of AKA's mission and values.

**How to apply**:
If you resonate with our values and are excited about contributing to a fun and friendly team, we encourage you to apply. Visit our Kindergarten (call ahead) and explore more about Flat Bush Kindergarten on the AKA website.

Applications close 9th October 2024, at 12.00pm (unless filled prior).
- 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 #- 20954- Posted on- 23 Sep 2024- Closes on- 09 Oct 2024 12:00- Location(s)- Flat Bush- Expertise- Teacher Aide- Job level(s)- Entry / graduate- Work type(s)- Permanent