Head Teacher Homai Kindergarten, Manurewa (Full Time Position) Job Code: HTHOMAI514 This is a full time position (40 hours per week) in an established and well-resourced multi-cultural Kindergarten in the Manurewa area. The Kindergarten caters for children aged 2-5 years old in a mixed age setting from 8.00am 5.

00pm, including term breaks. There is occupancy for 40 tamariki and a 1:10 teacher to child ratio. Homai Kindergarten enjoys strong community links and the team is engaged in a number of community initiatives within the Manurewa area to support our tamariki and whnau.

We are seeking an enthusiastic and motivated Head Teacher to lead this team. Experience in pedagogical leadership, as well as Centre Management would be an advantage; along with a commitment to professional development and on-going learning. The successful applicant must have: sound knowledge of current approaches to teaching and learning be committed to on-going professional development demonstrate strong and inclusive leadership qualities have a passion for supporting, extending and documenting childrens learning, therefore strong ICT skills are a must.

The successful applicant will: be skilled with the financial and operational aspects of managing a successful centre have sound understanding of funding occupancy and people management to ensure the centre thrives financially and is a great place to work An interest in environmental sustainability would be an advantage. Role requirements: B Ed/Dip Teaching Level 7 (ECE) and current teacher registration/certification Experience in pedagogical leadership Good understanding of child led curriculum, planning and extending on our childrens learning Demonstrate good knowledge of the current ECE Regulations, Te Whariki and hold compliance in a high regard Knowledge and experience using He Mpuna te Tamaiti and He Krerorero Demonstrates a strong commitment to Te Tiriti o Waitangi through pedagogical practices Excellent communication skills and ability to build strong relationships with Tamariki, Whanau, teaching team and the wider community Passion and commitment for teaching and learning with a focus on delivering quality education and care Benefits we offer to ensure your Health & Wellbeing: Free Annual Flu Vaccinations Confidential counselling through EAP 6 weeks annual leave Sick leave days available on commencement Start date: To Be Negotiated Hours required: Monday to Friday 40 Hours per week Applications close: Friday 23rd May 2025 at 4.00pm Applicants require a Diploma or Bachelor of Teaching ECE, current first aid certificate and current teacher registration practicing certificate.

For further information about Homai Kindergarten please visit our website https://www.cmka.org.

nz/centres/homai-kindergarten/ To apply for this position please click on the link attached Applicants must be eligible to work in New Zealand..