The Meadows Early Learning Centre · Waikato
Preschool Kaiako
Early learningFull-time, PermanentBeginning teachers welcome
The Meadows Early Learning Centre in Waikato is seeking a full-time, permanent preschool kaiako. Applicants need current New Zealand teacher certification and the legal right to work in New Zealand; beginning teachers may apply. The role focuses on play-based learning, relationships with tamariki and whānau, and curriculum informed by Te Ao Māori.
- Full-time, permanent preschool position
- Current New Zealand certification required
- Beginning teachers may apply
- Not an accredited employer
Closes in 9 days
Applications close 14 Nov 2026, 4pm.
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About the role
Full-time, permanent preschool kaiako role working with young children in a qualified teaching team. The work centres on play, inquiry, relationships with tamariki and whānau, and bicultural learning. Beginning teachers may apply; full pay parity is offered. The start date is not stated.
What they’re looking for
- Current New Zealand teacher certification
- Relationship-focused teaching practice
- Experience or interest in play and inquiry learning
- Commitment to bicultural practice
- Reflective approach to professional learning
- Willingness to contribute collaboratively
About the school
The Meadows Early Learning Centre is an early learning service in Waikato with supportive, experienced staff and purpose-designed learning environments. Its curriculum draws on Te Ao Māori and prioritises relationships, belonging, learning and ongoing growth.
How to apply
Send a CV and cover letter by email to the early learning centre. Applications close on 14 November 2026; no closing time is provided.
Written by Teachroles from the school’s listing. AI can make mistakes; check the original before you apply.
The role
- Sector
- Early learning
- Role
- Certificated teacher
- Hours
- full time
- Tenure
- permanent
- Listed
- 29 Oct 2026
In the school’s words
“Are you the kind of kaiako who still gets excited by muddy gumboots, magnificent block creations, endless "why?" questions, and seeing the world through a child's eyes? If so, we'd love to meet you! The Meadows Early Learning Centre is…”
The school
The Meadows Early Learning Centre
- Type
- Education & Care Service
- Authority
- Privately owned
- Students
- 96
- Address
- 165c Matangi Road, Tamahere, Hamilton