Head Kaiako

Roles like this do not come up often at Napier Kindergarten Association! The head teacher is responsible for providing professional leadership and management to the teaching team, ensuring the delivery of quality education through effective curriculum implementation in line with the Licensing Criteria and Association policies, procedures, and guidelines. At Taradale East Kindergarten we are seeking an experienced leader with passion, energy, and drive. The ability to develop and maintain strong relationships with children, teachers, whānau, and the wider community is integral to this role, together with a commitment to creating supportive, inclusive learning environments. Key requirements include: Being a registered, qualified teacher Upholding Te Tiriti o Waitangi in daily practice. Developing and maintaining strong reciprocal relationships with parents and whanau. Leading inquiry, professional learning, and collaboration to build team capability. Establishing strong professional relationships that prioritise learner wellbeing. Creating a learning-focused culture of respect, inclusion, collaboration, and safety. Experience in guiding and educating tamariki with diverse learning and behaviour needs, together with a commitment to creating supportive, inclusive learning environments. We offer Be part of a supportive association of 16 kindergartens across our region. Enjoy pay parity, leave, and fair conditions under the KTCA agreement. Access mentoring, training, and PD to grow your teaching career. About us Napier Kindergarten Association is a respected and long-standing early childhood education provider in the Hawke's Bay region. We are committed to delivering high-quality, play based learning experiences that foster growth and development of young children. Our kindergartens are known for their warm, nurturing environments and strong community connections. Please note we are not an accredited employer so are unable to support applications requiring an Accredited Employer Work Visa. #J-18808-Ljbffr