ECE Voice


Early childhood teachers so an incredibly important job. But their pay is up to 52% behind kindergarten and primary with the same skills, qualifications and responsibilities. We believe the government needs to act now to fix the gap.
Studying to become an educator? In your first 5 years of teaching? Te Kupenga Rangatahi (New Educators Network) is a great way to make sure you get the best start to your teaching career.
Te Kupenga Rangatahi (NEN) is a network of Early Childhood, Primary and Intermediate students, beginning teachers and MoE Field Staff in their first few years of teaching. We come together to:
Student membership of NZEI Te Riu Roa is free and brings a host of benefits, networking opportunities, targeted training and PD, fun events, as well as help with finding your first job. NZEI Te Riu Roa has the collective strength to negotiate improved pay and conditions - we have a proud history of successful big-picture campaigns, and help with the tricky on-the-job stuff for our members.
For more information please email neweducators@nzei.org.nz or connect with us on Facebook and Instagram
Connect with other educators to learn, grown and thrive together.
Connect with other educators to learn, grown and thrive together.
Take a look at our current campaigns and find out how you can get involved.