Mason Ave - Qualified Teacher

Mason Ave – Full Time Qualified Teacher   

Job Code: TEMASE538

We are seeking a Teacher in an established and well-resourced kindergarten, with a roll of 40 children and a teacher to child ratio of 1:10.  This Kindergarten is closed during the term breaks (school holidays).

The kindergarten has a well-established kaupapa of environmental sustainability and operates a Nature Discovery Programme one day each week where, rain, hail or shine, children and teachers spend time exploring a natural environment outside of the kindergarten.

The successful applicant will be a creative, enthusiastic and energetic teacher with an open-to-learning mindset who will support these initiatives.

We are seeking a Teacher who is versatile and a great communicator, who can lead and deliver quality teaching practices in a team environment, work with Tamariki in a mixed age setting, and are willing and proactive around change.  

Work with a fabulous team where your sound knowledge of ECE curriculum practices, relationship building skills, energy and passion for teaching our young learners will be reciprocated and rewarded!

Role requirements:

B Ed/Dip Teaching Level 7 (ECE) and current teacher registration/certification
Good understanding of child led curriculum, planning and extending on our children’s learning
Demonstrate good knowledge of the current ECE Regulations, Te Whariki and hold compliance in a high regard
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

The successful applicant must have sound knowledge of current approaches to teaching and learning, be committed to on-going professional development, and demonstrate strong and inclusive professional practices.  

Applications are invited from teachers holding provisional or full certification.

CMKA offers generous professional support, employment terms and conditions and professional learning and development opportunities.

Start date:                 To be Negotiated

Hours required:        Monday to Friday 40 hours per week

Applications close:  Wednesday 22nd April 2026 at 4.00pm

Applicants require a minimum Level 7 Diploma or Bachelor of Training ECE, current first aid certificate and current teacher registration practicing certificate.

Applicants for this position must have NZ Residency or a valid NZ Work Visa.