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Early Childhood KaiakoQueen Margaret College Pre-School • Wellington, Wellington, New Zealand
Early Childhood Kaiako

Early Childhood Kaiako

Queen Margaret College Pre-School • Wellington, Wellington, New Zealand
5 days ago
Job description

Queen Margaret College Pre-school Wellington

Early Childhood Kaiako

Full time, Permanent

Early learning / kohanga reo, Certificated teacherBelonging / Mana Whenua, Contribution / Mana Tangata, Communication / Mana Reo, Exploration / Mana Aoturoa, Well-being / Mana Atua

Are you an Early Childhood Kaiako committed to delivering high quality learning experiences?

Do you thrive in a collaborative, inclusive environment where children's unique strengths and interests are celebrated?

Join the team at Queen Margaret Preschool and help shape the future of our youngest tamariki aged 3 and 4 years old.

Queen Margaret College (QMC) is Wellington's leading independent school for young women, offering a world class education from Y1–13, a co-educational Preschool, and onsite boarding.

Our inner-city Preschool is a nurturing, inclusive space with excellent teacher-child ratios and a team of qualified Kaiako.

We embrace a holistic, play based inquiry approach that supports children's development and lays the foundation for successful transitions to school.

As an Early Childhood Kaiako, you will play a key role in delivering a high quality, responsive curriculum that reflects the principles of Te Whariki.

You'll work collaboratively with our passionate team to create a rich learning environment that supports children's wellbeing, curiosity, and growth.

You will :

Plan and implement a play based, inquiry-led curriculum aligned with Te Whariki.

Foster strong relationships with children, whanau, and colleagues.

Observe, document, and assess children's learning and development.

Contribute to a positive, inclusive team culture.

Support transitions to school and promote lifelong learning foundations.

You will bring :

A recognised ECE teaching qualification and current NZ teacher registration

Proven experience in delivering high quality early childhood educationDeep understanding of Te Whariki and its application in practice

A warm, professional, and collaborative approach

Commitment to continuous learning and reflective practice

Nga whakareinga | What we offer

Competitive remuneration

Access to a wide range of physical and digital resources

How to apply

Please send your CV, and cover letter to

Type : Education & Care ServiceMaximum licenced places : 40

Postal Address : Thorndon, Wellington

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