Employment

Northland Kindergarten Association (NKA) is seeking an enthusiastic and dedicated kaiako to join the team at Onerahi Kindergarten.

Onerahi Kindergarten is home to a passionate team of four teachers supported by a part-time administrator. The kindergarten operates five six-hour sessions, Monday to Friday, catering for up to 40 children aged between two and six years. We are open 48 weeks per year, providing a vibrant and engaging learning environment for tamariki.

Onerahi Kindergarten offers a rich, child- and teacher-led learning environment grounded in Te Whāriki. The teaching practice empowers tamariki with choice and agency, enabling them to construct their own learning through meaningful experiences, exploration, and discovery. Onerahi kindergarten believe that through play and inquiry, children develop and refine their own theories about the world.

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Northland Kindergarten Association (NKA) invites expressions of interest for the position of K2 Kaiako Matua / Head Teacher at Hillcrest Kindergarten, Kaikohe, commencing mid-year 2026.  

This is an exciting leadership opportunity for an experienced and innovative kaiako to lead a committed teaching team and make a meaningful difference within a small-town community. For the right applicant, rental and travel allowances will be considered.

We are seeking an experienced and innovative leader to take up the role of Kaiako Matua – Head Teacher at Hillcrest Kindergarten, Kaikohe. This is an exciting opportunity to lead a passionate team and make a meaningful impact in a small-town community.

Northland Kindergarten Association is seeking an experienced and values-driven Professional Practice and Compliance Leader to provide integrated leadership across professional practice, compliance, and complaints management.

This pivotal role supports high-quality, culturally responsive teaching and learning across our kindergartens while ensuring full compliance with Ministry of Education (MoE), Education Review Office (ERO), and legislative requirements. Working closely with teaching teams and leaders, you will strengthen professional capability, support continuous improvement, manage risk, and lead fair and timely resolution of complaints.

Northland Kindergarten Association (NKA) is seeking an inspiring, reflective kaiako to join our passionate team at Anne West Kindergarten. This fixed-term position runs from April 2026 to March 2027.

About Anne WestKindergarten

We offer:

·        A strong commitment to honouring Te Tiriti o Waitangi and continuing to grow and strengthen Te Ao Māori practices within the kindergarten.

·        A philosophy that values and nurtures the holistic development of each child through responsive, attuned, and meaningful relationships.

·        A supportive and collaborative team environment where kaiako work together and share theirstrengths.

·        A calm, nurturing learning space where emotional safety, respect, and connection are at the heart of ourmahi.

·        A dedicated team of four kaiako, supported by a part-time administrator.

·        The kindergarten operates five 6-hour sessions, Monday to Friday, across 48 weeks of the year.

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Northland Kindergarten Association (NKA) is looking for an inspiring, reflective kaiako join our passionate team at Hillcrest Kindergarten.

Why Choose NKA?

We don’t just offer a job – we offer an ECE career with incredible benefits:

·        20 hours per week (16contact + 4 non-contact)

·        $500 annual professional development fund

·        15 non-contact professional days for your personal growth and guidance from professional practice leaders

·        6 weeks annual leave

·        Wellbeing support through our comprehensive Wellness Policy

·        Financial contributions to sporting registrations and physical activities memberships

·        Induction & mentoring for new graduates

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