In an era where artificial intelligence (AI) is rapidly transforming various sectors, including education, understanding how educators perceive and integrate AI into their teaching practices is crucial. This study addresses the growing need to explore educators' perspectives on AI's impact on education, particularly its implications for effective pedagogy in the classroom. To investigate these perspectives, the researchers established an AI-focused Community of Practice (CoP), which collaboratively developed and distributed a survey to educators across multiple sectors and contexts in New Zealand. The survey data was analysed using both quantitative and qualitative methods. The results revealed that educators in New Zealand held diverse and nuanced views on AI's potential challenges and benefits for education, as well as the ethical and social issues that AI raises. The article discusses the implications of these findings for educational policy and practice and suggests directions for future research.