Kindergarten Teacher – Lower Hutt

Full time, Fixed term, Start Date : 21 / 01 / 2026, End Date : 18 / 12 / 2026 (Teacher secondment)

Early learning / kohanga reo, Certificated teacher

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

All-year kindergarten model (we're open for most of the year)

Terms and conditions of employment are set by the KTCA

You're welcome to visit us before applying – call Nichola on

• to arrange a suitable time.

We're looking for an experienced, passionate and dedicated teacher to join the team at Waterloo for

As an all-year service, you must be available to work during the first week of every school holiday period.

However, you can apply to take annual leave throughout the year, when you need it.

Working here will allow you to :

Experience regular high-quality professional development opportunities

Maximise 121 / 2 hours of non-contact time, by engaging in regular team planning and assessment meetings.

To be successful in this role, you will need to :

Be a committed team player, with an enthusiastic 'can do' attitude

Embrace the vibrant hum of kindergarten, while encouraging a calm, peaceful learning environment

Have a comprehensive understanding of Te Whariki

Be intuitive and understanding of the varying needs of tamariki

Have the proven ability to write engaging and informative assessments

Have excellent communication skills and a great sense of humour!

Tamariki will benefit from having another teacher who will bring their own unique skills and interests to the kindergarten and you will love working with a small team of experienced kindergarten professionals.

About Waterloo Kindergarten

The team at Waterloo Kindergarten has created an environment that provides a range of opportunities for children to engage in, explore and follow their interests.

Teachers promote curiosity and discovery and the kindergarten is rich in early literacy experiences.

The kindergarten's environment encourages exploration of the natural world with its trees, bushy enclosures, gardens and bird life.

Children's knowledge is valued and celebrated, which has created an environment where the children are excited about learning.

How to apply

If this sounds like the perfect opportunity for you, please complete our online application form.

Type : Free KindergartenMaximum licenced places : 44

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