Motueka Kindergarten Vacancy
Kindergarten Team Leader / Centre Manager- permanent
~30 hours/week · Start date negotiable (no later than mid–late January 2026)
Kia ora koutou,
We are seeking a dedicated and experienced Kindergarten Team Leader / Centre Manager to guide and support our Steiner kindergarten community. This role offers the opportunity to lead a collaborative team and ensure the smooth, purposeful running of the kindergarten in harmony with Steiner early childhood principles.
Key responsibilities:
Lead and mentor our teaching team, encouraging open communication and professional growth.
Oversee rosters, ratios, and planning to ensure smooth operations and compliance with Ministry of Education requirements.
Uphold the Steiner early childhood curriculum, rhythm, and festivals that give life to the kindergarten’s special character.
Build warm, trusted relationships with families and the wider community, including welcoming new families and supporting enrolment processes.
Manage administration, budgeting, and daily operational systems.
We are seeking someone who has:
A Level 7 ECE qualification and current NZ teaching certification
Strong management and leadership skills, ideally with experience leading an ECE centre
Demonstrated commitment to Steiner pedagogy and community life
Excellent communication and relationship-building skills
Outstanding organisational and budgeting ability
Comfortable working knowledge of Microsoft Office and Discover software
Please send your CV and cover letter outlining your motivation for the role to alex@mrsst.nz and chair@mrsst.nz.
We may consider applications as they are received and reserve the right to make an appointment before the closing date or extend the timeframe if needed.