Join the Founding Team at Little Taki's Community Kindergarten

Nightcaps, Southland | Opening January 2027 (Subject to Licensing) Little Taki's Community Kindergarten is a brand-new, community-focused early childhood service, and we're looking for passionate, qualified teachers to help bring our vision to life. This is a rare opportunity to be part of our founding team, helping shape our culture, learning environments, and the experiences of children and whānau from day one. We are currently recruiting: 3 qualified early childhood teachers – over two's/preschool room 2 qualified early childhood teachers – under two's room 1 full-time qualified teacher – break cover across the centre 1 part-time qualified teacher – non-contact cover (approximately 15 hours per week) At Little Taki's, we are creating a warm, homely, rural kindergarten where relationships, play, and belonging are at the heart of everything we do. Guided by Te Whāriki, we value collaboration, innovation, and providing high-quality education and care for every child. As a service participating in the full pay parity scheme, eligible qualified teachers will be employed in accordance with the current pay parity salary scales, alongside dedicated non-contact time, paid staff meetings, professional growth opportunities, and a supportive team environment. We know great teachers come with different needs, so we're committed to finding the right people. Flexible working arrangements, including part-time hours and job-share opportunities, will be considered for suitable applicants. If you hold a recognised early childhood qualification, a current Teaching Council Practising Certificate, and are excited by the opportunity to help establish a new kindergarten, we'd love to hear from you. Join us in creating something truly special for the children and families of our community. Little Taki's Community Kindergarten "Growing confident, curious, and capable learners through connection, play, and belonging." Please note we are not an accredited employer and are therefore unable to support applications requiring an Accredited Employer Work Visa.