Full time, Permanent
Early learning / kohanga reo, Certificated teacher
Belonging / Mana Whenua, Contribution / Mana Tangata, Communication / Mana Reo, Exploration / Mana Aoturoa, Well-being / Mana Atua
Due to retirement, we have a position for a kaiako kaiarahi at Te Parekereke o Te Ki, one of five early childhood centres that make up the Otago University Childcare Association. Te Parekereke o Te Ki was an initiative founded by Kai Tahu and supported by the OUCA as a place where Te Reo me ona Tikaka Maori drives the curriculum and is strengthened within a bilingual whanau setting. Centre whanau choose Te Parekereke o Te Ki as a place that supports their whole whanau commitment to te reo and tikanga Maori. We have about 30 children attending the centre daily and provide ratios of 1:4 for pepi and 1:8 for nohinohi. We have a solid wait list of whanau.
The kaiako kaiarahi is responsible for leading the team of 7 qualified kaiako. They implement the philosophy and nurture relationships with children, whanau and the community. The kaiako kaiarahi is supported by the OUCA manager, administrator and head teachers of the four other centres.
We are looking for a kaiako kaiarahi who: Has a good level of fluency in and is passionate about te reo me ona tikanga Maori
Has experience in a leadership position
Has a professional commitment to the provision of high-quality early childhood education
Is an early childhood qualified and registered teacher (or is prepared to complete the training).
We provide full pay parity (head teacher rate – $101,120) and 10+ hours a week of non-contact. The OUCA is part of the ECE Collective Agreement.
Applications will be considered when received, so early applications are encouraged.
Only applicants who have a valid work visa or right to work in Aotearoa should apply.
How to apply Please send your CV, and cover letter to:
Otago University Childcare Association - Te Pa Type: Education & Care Service
Maximum licenced places: 150
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