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Teacher Aide - Pakuranga Kindergarten (Permanent Part-time - 10 hours/week)

Discover a fulfilling opportunity to work in a child-focused learning environment with a warm and supportive team at Pakuranga Kindergarten. As part of Ngā Tamariki Puāwai o Tāmaki | Auckland Kindergarten Association (AKA), we have a rich history in Early Childhood Education since 1908.

About Pakuranga Kindergarten:

About Us:

• A Unique Setting: Our kindergarten boasts beautiful expansive outdoor spaces, perfect for exploration and play.
• Strong Community Ties: We are deeply connected to the local community, with a focus on building strong relationships with whānau.
• Multicultural Practice: We celebrate Te Tiriti o Waitangi and incorporate Māori culture into our curriculum.
• Creativity: We foster creativity through art, dramatic play, music and dance.

The Role:

We are seeking a vibrant and enthusiastic Teacher Aide to join our dedicated team on a permanent, part-time basis (10 hours per week). Your role will involve assisting the teaching team in maintaining a beautiful learning environment, supporting routine activities with the tamariki, and ensuring resources are organised. We value energy, initiative, flexibility, and strong ICT skills to support documentation preparation.

Ideal Candidate:

• Previous experience in working with young tamariki, preferably in a Kindergarten or Early Childhood Education setting.
• Excellent interpersonal communication skills, with the ability to listen, explain, and build positive relationships.
• Flexibility, adaptability, tolerance, and perseverance are essential qualities.
• Commitment to delivering a high-quality AKA Kindergarten service aligned with our philosophy of learning through play.
• Team player with attention to detail, confidentiality, and an understanding of AKA's mission and values.

How to apply:

If you resonate with our values and are excited about contributing to a fun and friendly team, we encourage you to apply. Visit our Kindergarten (call ahead) and explore more Pakuranga Kindergarten on the AKA website.

Click "Apply Now" to submit your application. We look forward to welcoming a new team member into our vibrant learning community.

Applications close 4th February 2025, at 12.00pm (unless filled prior).

Applicants must have the legal right to live and work in New Zealand to be considered for this position

Though it is no longer mandatory, the AKA continues to encourage its people to be fully vaccinated from the COVID-19 virus.