ECE Kaiako, Fonua Älaha Manongi Kindergarten

3 days ago

New Zealand Auckland Kindergarten Association Full time NZ$60,000 - NZ$80,000 per year

ECE Kaiako - Fonua 'Alaha Manongi Kindergarten

  • Tongan Language nest

  • Help support our Tongan community

  • Permanent, full-time role at our Fonua 'Alaha Manongi Kindergarten

Malo e lelei, Talitali fiefia to Fonua 'Alaha Manongi Kindergarten

Ngā Tamariki Puāwai o Tāmaki |Auckland Kindergarten Association and the Tongan community in Ōtāhuhu are proud to have partnered to establish Fonua 'Alaha Manongi Kindergarten. Together we have co-designed a kindergarten that reflects and celebrates the identity, home language and culture of the local Tongan community.

The name Fonua 'Alaha Manongi Kindergarten reflects the partnership and the aspirations for fānaú who attend. Fonua is about the connection of people, land and beginnings. Fonua is also the Tongan word for placenta. The community see this partnership as the forming of a new fonua for the next generation.

Manongi and 'Alaha reflect the essence of connected quality experiences that the community aspires to for every child, establishing a foundation for lifelong learning, and a strong identity.

At Fonua 'Alaha Monongi Kindergarten our philosophy is centred on the importance of open space learning. Our fānaú learn through play, embrace our Tongan language and history, and celebrate the Tongan culture and identity.

We value the individual strengths, interests and uniqueness of all fānaú. Our Kau Faiako (teaching team) act as positive role models and we value partnerships with fāmili /whānau which creates a sense of belonging for all.

We have a team of qualified ECE teachers and have a deep understanding of Anga Fakatonga (the Tongan way) in supporting children's learning.

We look forward to welcoming a new teacher into our supportive teaching team.

Fonua 'Alaha Manongi Kindergarten is currently looking for a permanent, full time Teacher to join our teaching team and help us contribute to the high level of service that we are proud to provide our local community. If you have an appreciation and a deep understanding of the Tongan culture and are willing and open to learning and teaching in Tongan, are a registered and fully certificated ECE Teacher then this could be a fantastic opportunity for you.

We are open weekdays from 8.30am to 3.30pm and are the only AKA kindergarten that is open all year, responding to the needs of our community.

Ultimately, everything you do will be focused on achieving the best learning outcomes for fanaú.

If this is you, then please click Apply. We look forward to hearing from you.

Applications close on 4th December 2025 at 12.00 pm (unless filled prior)

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

Applicants must have the legal right to live and work in New Zealand to be considered for this position

Job Details

Reference #

23236

Posted on

13 Nov 2025

Closes on

04 Dec :00

Location(s)

Alaha Manongi Kindergarten

Expertise

Teacher

Job level(s)

Experienced 2-5 years

Work type(s)

Permanent

  • ECE Head Kaiako

    5 days ago

    New Zealand Auckland Kindergarten Association Full time NZ$80,000 - NZ$120,000 per year

    Head Kaiako – Glenavon KindergartenNgā Tamariki Puāwai o Tāmaki | Auckland Kindergarten AssociationGlenavon Kindergarten, located on the grounds of Glenavon School in Blockhouse Bay, opened in February 2025. We welcome up to 40 tamariki aged 2–5 and are supported by a fully qualified, highly experienced teaching team committed to nurturing confident,...

  • Administrator -Glenavon Kindergarten

    3 days ago

    New Zealand Auckland Kindergarten Association Full time

    Ngā Tamariki Puāwai o Tāmaki | Auckland Kindergarten Association (AKA) has been a leader in Early Childhood Education (ECE) since 1908. With 112 kindergartens and KiNZ centres, and a dedicated support team, we are committed to providing high-quality education for tamariki across Auckland.Grounded in Te Whāriki, our bicultural approach ensures tamariki,...

  • Head Teacher, Waitakere Kindergarten

    1 day ago

    New Zealand Auckland Kindergarten Association Full time

    **ECE Head Teacher - **Waitākere Kindergarten** - Operational leadership opportunity - Work in a collaborative and supportive team environment - Permanent, full time role at our **Waitākere Kindergarten** **The organisation** Ngā Tamariki Puāwai ō Tāmaki |Auckland Kindergarten Association (AKA) has a long history in New Zealand in the Early Childhood...

  • Administrator -New Lynn Kindergarten

    3 days ago

    New Lynn, Auckland, New Zealand Auckland Kindergarten Association Full time

    The OrganisationNgā Tamariki Puāwai o Tāmaki | Auckland Kindergarten Association (AKA) has been a leader in Early Childhood Education (ECE) since 1908. With 112 kindergartens and KiNZ centres, and a dedicated support team, we are committed to providing high-quality education for tamariki across Auckland.Grounded in Te Whāriki, our bicultural approach...

  • Ece Kaiako

    1 week ago

    New Zealand Precious Years Learning Centre Full time

    Your abundance of energy and sense of humour, will be welcomed. We are looking for a teacher who brings passion, thoughtfulness, and intention to their teaching. Someone who practices respectful care, and who has HEART for working alongside our tamariki. Joining an established room we are looking for an enthusiastic, positive, and motivated toddlers (2-3...

  • Alfriston Road

    3 days ago

    Auckland, , New Zealand Counties Manukau Kindergarten Association Full time NZ$60,000 - NZ$90,000 per year

    Alfriston Road Kindergarten, Manurewa – New Graduate Teacher opportunity Job Code: TEALFRD530Full Time position (40 hours per week) in an established and well-resourced 40 licensed Kindergarten in the Manurewa area.  The Kindergarten currently operates full-day sessions (8.00am -5.00pm).We have a fantastic opportunity for a qualified beginner Teacher...

  • Alfriston Road

    3 days ago

    Auckland, , New Zealand Counties Manukau Kindergarten Association Full time NZ$60,000 - NZ$90,000 per year

    Alfriston Road Kindergarten, Manurewa – Full Time Teacher  Job Code: TEALFRD515Full Time position (40 hours per week) in an established and well-resourced 40 licensed Kindergarten in the Manurewa area.  The Kindergarten operates full-day sessions (8.00am -5.00pm).We are seeking an experienced, fully certificated, self-motivated, enthusiastic teacher,...

  • Education Manager Pōu Manaaki Position

    3 days ago

    Auckland, , New Zealand Counties Manukau Kindergarten Association Full time NZ$113,315 per year

    Education Manager Pōu Manaaki PositionCounties Manukau Kindergarten Association, Head Office – TakaaniniAbout UsWe are a proudly New Zealand owned and operated, community-based, not-for-profit organisation. For over 70 years, we have been providing quality and affordable early childhood education across the Franklin and Counties Manukau areas. Guided by...

  • Aubrey St

    7 days ago

    New Plymouth, New Zealand Evolve Education Group Full time

    Nestled in the heart of New Plymouth surrounded by natural beauty with large outdoor areas- Professional support offered by our leadership team, good mentoring programme available- Ongoing support via our PGC process- Subsidised childcare costs - Paid Teaching registration and First Aid- We have opted in to pay parity, which reflects the value we place on...

  • Registered Ece Teacher Busy Bees Manchester Street

    5 days ago

    New Zealand Busy Bees Full time

    Are you looking for a vibrant centre full of aroha and positivity? Do you have a knack for turning everyday activities into exciting learning opportunities? We are on the lookout for a Registered Teacher to join our team and inspire our young learners to reach their full potential! As a kaiako with us, you will have the incredible opportunity to inspire and...