Head Kaiako - Favona Kindergarten

• Permanent, Full-Time Leadership Role
• Lead with purpose and passion in a vibrant, multicultural setting.

About Us

Ngā Tamariki Pūāwai o Tāmaki | Auckland Kindergarten Association (AKA) has been a trusted leader in Early Childhood Education (ECE) since 1908. With over 100 kindergartens, four KiNZ centres and dedicated support services, we provide high-quality, inclusive education that supports tamariki and their whānau to thrive.

Our teaching is guided by Te Whāriki, with a strong emphasis on bicultural practice and empowering children to become confident, capable learners. Our goal is to give tamariki the best possible start to their lifelong learning journey.

About Favona Kindergarten

Favona Kindergarten is a well-established, community-focused kindergarten in Māngere. We offer a warm and inclusive environment where tamariki and their whānau are at the heart of everything we do.

At Favona, we:

• Embrace learning through play in a well-resourced, spacious environment.
• Celebrate cultural diversity and value the unique identity of every child.
• Offer a natural outdoor learning space that supports exploration and connection to te taiao (the natural world).
• Have strong links with our whānau, local schools, and marae.
• Encourage creativity, critical thinking, and curiosity through rich, child-led learning experiences.

About the Role

We are seeking a committed and experienced Head Kaiako to lead our passionate teaching team. This role offers a balance of teaching, leadership, and operational responsibilities. You will play a pivotal role in maintaining a high standard of teaching and learning while fostering strong relationships with the local community.

As Head Kaiako, you will:

• Lead by example, providing professional and pedagogical leadership to your team.
• Create a collaborative, supportive team culture that values continuous learning and improvement.
• Ensure that Te Tiriti o Waitangi principles are embedded in daily practice.
• Oversee day-to-day operations while maintaining compliance with regulatory and educational standards.

What We're Looking For

We are looking for a leader who is passionate about early childhood education and confident in leading a team in a diverse, multicultural setting.

You will:

• Be a fully registered and certificated ECE teacher with at least five years of experience.
• Have proven leadership experience, ideally in an ECE centre or small team.
• Demonstrate strong pedagogical knowledge and a commitment to high-quality teaching practices.
• Have strengths in internal evaluation and leading continuous improvement.
• Be confident using ICT to enhance teaching and learning.
• Value inclusion and sustainability and bring these values into your everyday teaching.
• Have strong relationship-building skills and be confident working with tamariki, whānau, and the wider community.
• Hold a current First Aid certificate.

Why Join Us?

This is a fantastic opportunity to step into a leadership role where you'll be well-supported and have a real impact. You'll be joining a dedicated team within a respected and values-driven organisation that places tamariki and their whānau at the centre of everything.

Apply Now

For more information about this role and our kindergartens, visit the AKA website. Applications close at 12:00 pm on 18 April 2025 (unless filled earlier). Click "Apply" to begin your journey with us.

Applicants must have the legal right to live and work in Aotearoa New Zealand.
While no longer mandatory, we encourage our staff to be fully vaccinated against COVID-19.