Kaiako – Little Parrots Tapui

Early learning / kohanga reo, Certificated teacher

Belonging / Mana Whenua, Contribution / Mana Tangata, Communication / Mana Reo, Exploration / Mana Aoturoa, Well-being / Mana Atua

Full-time / part-time – flexible start dates

Join a 100% certificated team on full pay parity

Established in

• , Little Parrots Tapui is a purpose-built early learning centre grounded in whanaungatanga, aroha, and authentic relationships.

As our roll continues to grow, we're looking to meet passionate kaiako who share our vision for high-quality, inclusive education and want to be part of something special.

At Little Parrots, we're proud to offer :

100% certificated teaching hours

Full Pay Parity for all qualified and registered kaiako

A shared leadership model that values every voice and perspective

A strong sense of connection with whanau, tamariki, and our local community

Fresh, nutritious kai provided daily through the KidsCan ECE Food for Kids Programme

This is an opportunity to connect, not just apply.

As a growing centre our staffing needs evolve with enrolments, so while start dates are flexible, we're eager to begin korero with kaiako who might be the next great fit for our growing whanau — whether that's now or in the near future.

We're looking for kaiako who :

Hold or are working towards an ECE qualification and registration

Bring curiosity, calm, and creativity to their practice

Believe in teamwork, reflection, and continuous growth

Value respectful, play-based learning and child-led exploration

At Little Parrots Tapui, we're building something meaningful — a place where every kaiako is empowered, trusted, and supported to thrive alongside tamariki.

If this sounds like a space where you could belong, we'd love to hear from you.

Let's have a korero and see if we're the right fit for one another.

To express your interest, email us with your CV and he kupu whakataki mou ano.

Type : Education & Care ServiceMaximum licenced places : 65

Physical address : 32 Gloucester Road, Mount Maunganui

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