Childcare Teacher
Position Title: Childcare Teacher
Location: Tauranga
Team: Childcare Centre
Position Type: Permanent, full-time
Remuneration: $57,358 - $85,457 aligned to extended pay parity rates (Fixed remuneration excluding Kiwisaver)
Mō tēnei tūranga mahi | About the Role
Are you enthusiastic about creating enriching learning environments that embrace ngā uara of whanaungatanga, manaakitanga, kaitiakitanga, and tūmanakotanga? We have an exciting opportunity for a dedicated kaiako to join our team at Toi Ohomai Childcare Centre, as we expand to accommodate growing enrolments.
Our team of kaiako is committed to fostering aroha, kindness, and meaningful connections that uphold the mana, wairua, and identity of our tamariki and their whānau. With generous teacher-to-child ratios, we provide ample opportunities to listen to and support the aspirations of whānau and tamariki. Our spacious natural outdoor environments encourage self-directed exploration and nurture a deep respect for Papatūānuku.
Ngā mahi | Key Responsibilities
• Building and maintaining respectful, genuine, and inclusive relationships with tamariki and their whānau, recognising them as the heart of our learning community.
• Embedding the aspirations of Ngāti Ranginui within your teaching practice, ensuring a strong cultural identity for tamariki, whānau, and kaiako.
• Creating a collaborative and supportive learning environment.
• Working alongside colleagues to cultivate a space where tamariki feel valued, secure, and empowered.
He kōrero mōu | About You
You bring:
• Qualified with a recognised early childhood degree and hold current Teacher Registration.
• Thoughtful and intentional in their approach to teaching.
• Committed to integrating te ao Māori into everyday practice.
• Enthusiastic team player with a positive attitude.
• Committed to continuous learning and professional growth.
• Holder of a current First Aid Certificate.
Mō Mātou | About us
Toi Ohomai Institute of Technology is the largest vocational education provider in the Bay of Plenty and South Waikato. Home to over 9000 ākonga (students), at Toi Ohomai we put ākonga and kaimahi at the centre of all we do. Through educational excellence, Māori Success, strong partnerships and sustainable practices we enable our ākonga, institution and communities to thrive.
Toiohomaitanga describes our way of doing and being. It reflects how we care for each other, work together, and uphold our shared purpose. Ā mātou uara | our values are an important part of this, our Toi Ohomai values are:
· Toitūtanga – Courageous and humble in our pursuit of excellence
· Manaakitanga – Strengthening the mana of others and our communities
· Whanaungatanga – Building and nurturing relationships
· Kotahitanga – United in our shared purpose
Me pēhea te tono | How to apply At Toi Ohomai, we value diversity, equity, and inclusion. We welcome people from all backgrounds, and the unique perspectives and skills they bring. We strive to ensure a recruitment process that is accessible and welcoming and encourage applications from our diverse communities. If you need support during the application process, reach out, we’re here to help.
All applicants must have the legal right to work in New Zealand. Toi Ohomai is committed to safeguarding children and vulnerable persons and will undertake relevant vetting and pre-employment checks.
If this role sounds like your next career move, then we encourage you to apply. We review applications as they arrive and may contact shortlisted candidates before the closing date.
To apply please submit your CV and Cover Letter with your online application.
Applications for this role will take you to the advertisers site.
