There is a need to pay kaiako accordingly

What does the issue of pay mean for you as a teacher, and the tamariki you teach?

I was acting head teacher with several things that needed dealt with outside of kindergarten hours. I spent my own weekend and evenings sorting things out but will see no remuneration for this as I was in this role for less than 5 days. There is a need to pay kaiako accordingly who step into these roles regardless of how few days the role is for

What will it take to fix pay for kindergarten teachers?

Pay acting head teachers the same as head teacher from day 1 of taking on the role

When we fix pay for kindergarten teachers, what impact will that change have on you as a teacher, and the tamariki you teach?

I will be more willing to take on a leadership role and feel rewarded for doing so