Kaiako (Non-Certificated)

Full-time, 40 hours per week Discounted childcare for your own tamariki At Active Explorers Masterton, we create a nurturing, play-based environment where tamariki are encouraged to explore, discover, and grow with confidence. Guided by the Reggio Emilia philosophy, we value children's ideas, foster strong relationships, and support learning through curiosity and creativity. We're seeking an experienced and passionate non-certificated kaiako to join our toddler team while one of our valued kaiako is on parental leave. This is a fantastic opportunity to make a meaningful impact during an important stage of children's development. What you'll bring Experience working in an early childhood setting, ideally with toddlers A warm, nurturing, and positive approach A passion for supporting children's learning and wellbeing Strong relationship-building skills with tamariki, whānau, and colleagues A collaborative mindset and commitment to quality practice What we offer A supportive, welcoming team culture A well-resourced learning environment Ongoing professional development opportunities Access to the wider Evolve Education network Generous non-contact time for planning and reflection Discounted childcare for your own tamariki At Active Explorers Masterton, we work together to create meaningful learning experiences and strong foundations for lifelong learning. If you're an enthusiastic kaiako who loves working with toddlers and is looking for a rewarding fixed-term opportunity, we'd love to hear from you.