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    Central Kids

    Early Childhood Education

    Kaiako Māraurau | Teacher - Hamilton

    Hamilton, New ZealandOn-SiteFull-time$61.3k – $103.1k / yearPosted 3w ago
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    Job description

    Central Kids Dinsdale

    Kaiako Māraurau - Teacher | Permanent | Full-time

    We are looking for a motivated and enthusiastic kaiako to join our teams in supporting tamariki and whānau to achieve their full potential.

    Ko wai tatou? | Who are we?

    Ko ngā tamariki te pūtake | children are central to all that we do.  

    Me tiaki, me manaaki i te taiao | Protect and enhance the environment.  

    Manaakitanga | Encourage mana in others through care, generosity, and goodwill. 

    Kotahitanga | Connectedness in collaboration  

    Te arataki ā-tikanga rua | Bicultural leadership  

    At Central Kids all tamariki are respected and included for who they are. We celebrate diversity so that all whānau feel welcome and supported. We are committed to upholding Te Tiriti o Waitangi partnerships, which we bring to life through our cultural strategy and determination to see Te Reo Māori me ona Tikanga thrive. Our kaiako are respected and supported through ongoing professional development opportunities, to ensure we are always learning and improving our delivery of Te Whāriki.

    Central Kids is a party to the Kindergarten Teachers', Head Teachers', and Senior Teachers' Collective Agreement (KTCA)

    Other benefits you'll enjoy:

    • Discounted kindergarten fees for your own tamariki
    • Discounted health insurance
    • Boost membership
    • Free flu vaccination
    • Confidential free EAP services

    Ko wai koe? | Who are you?

    We are looking for someone who:

    • is a strong advocate for tamariki
    • understands Te Tiriti o Waitangi based partnerships with tamariki and whānau
    • demonstrates a commitment to Te Reo Māori me ona Tikanga
    • embraces a culture of strong health, safety, aroha, mana, tiaki, and manaaki
    • has an awareness of the culture of child protection
    • is dedicated to supporting the social and emotional growth of tamariki
    • is willing to create and maintain strong relationships with the wider community and outside agencies

    Requirements for this role:

    • entitled to work in Aotearoa, New Zealand
    • level 7 Teaching qualification specialising in ECE 
    • hold a current practising certificate
    • hold a valid first aid certification - level 1 or higher

    We encourage new graduate kaiako to apply. 

    Please note we are not an accredited employer and cannot support Accredited Employer Work Visa applications.

    We will be reviewing applications and shortlisting candidates as they are received. If this opportunity interests you, we encourage you to apply as soon as possible, as the role may be filled before the closing date.

    Closing date: 1 October 2026

    You can view the Position Description here:

    https://www.centralkids.org.nz/kaiako-maraurau

    Job details are sourced from the employer's original posting.

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    Central Kids

    Central Kids is a New Zealand-based organization that provides early childhood education services.

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