Teacher – Te Whare Oranga Marfell Kindergarten

(Permanent – 40 hours per week)

• Are you passionate about developing meaningful relationships with tamariki and whānau?
• Are you knowledgeable about Te Ao Māori and committed to supporting our kaupapa to strengthen the use of te reo and tikanga Māori?
• If the above sounds like you, we encourage you to apply!

About this role

• At Marfell Kindergarten we work alongside whānau to reflect their aspirations for their tamaiti, creating an environment that reflects the individual needs of our learners to be confident in their language, culture and identity.
• We are a ‘Hub’ and enjoy strong reciprocal relationships with whānau and our community, including local schools and support agencies.
• With Te Whāriki as our foundation, we implement a Kaitiaki approach, working collaboratively for the tamaiti and their whānau.
• Within the team we use a Distributed Leadership approach that builds confidence and leadership skills for kaiako.
• This is an exciting opportunity to share your skills, passions, expertise and strengths to enrich learning.

What we offer

• As part of Kindergarten Taranaki, you have the opportunity to enjoy the benefits of the KTCA and to be part of an organisation which offers fantastic professional development opportunities and ongoing support for you and your career
• You will be part of a professional network of 24 kindergartens and supported by the Professional Team
• We encourage all kindergartens to be involved in Enviroschools, Incredible Years, Healthy Heart and deepening our cultural journey to strengthen Te Ao Māori
• Start 3 May 2021

All applicants must hold a NZ recognised ECE qualification and current registration (or provide evidence that it has been applied for).  Click on the button below to download an application pack or phone 027 639 9830.

Applications close 4 pm, Monday, 22 February 2021

Westown Kindergarten

Head Teacher

Permanent, full-time (40 hours per week)

• We are looking for a leader who serves others; has strengths in mentoring and collectively working alongside tamariki, colleagues, whānau and community to foster pathways for future generations.
• Are you knowledgeable about Te Ao Māori and committed to ensuring that te reo Māori not only survives but thrives?
• Are you courageous, strong and resilient to change, can overcome challenges and able to lead others by remaining positive and future focused?
• Are you able to inspire, motivate and support teachers to continually improve teaching and learning?
• Are you able to lead and support others in working towards a shared strategic vision of the Kindergarten Association?
• Are you a leader who is culturally responsive in ensuring tamariki and whānau are provided with equitable opportunities to learn?

About this role

• You would lead a team of 4 other teachers, plus support staff, to provide a high quality programme for 40 tamariki
• This Kindergarten has strong links in the community with the local school and support agencies
• We are an inclusive environment and we advocate strongly for tamariki and whanau

 What we offer you

• You have the opportunity to enjoy the benefits of the KTCA and ongoing professional development opportunities
• You will be part of a professional network of 24 Head Teachers
• Ongoing support with assessment / internal evaluation / teaching as inquiry / educative mentoring and pedagogical leadership and management
• We encourage all Kindergartens to be involved in Enviroschools, Incredible Years, Healthy Heart and to be part of a deepening cultural journey to strengthen Te Ao Māori across the organisation

All applicants must hold a NZ recognised ECE qualification and current registration. For further information about our Kindergartens and to download an application pack go to our website www.kindergartentaranaki.co.nz or phone 027 639 9830. Applications close at midnight on Sunday, 24 January 2021.