ECE Qualified Teacher (BestStart Ferry Road)
BestStart Ferry Road is looking for a passionate and dedicated Qualified and Certificated Teacher to join our welcoming, close-knit team in a permanent role of 30 hours per week, Monday to Friday.
At BestStart Ferry Road, everyone belongs. We celebrate diversity, nurture strong relationships with children and whānau, and create a supportive environment where every child feels valued for who they are. Our multicultural community embraces different languages, cultures, and perspectives, creating rich learning opportunities for tamariki and teachers alike.
Inspired by the natural beauty of Bells Creek, our localised curriculum encourages exploration, discovery, and a strong connection with the environment. As a sustainability-focused centre and proud recipient of BestStart's Tier 2 Kaitiakitanga Award, we empower children to become confident learners and caring kaitiaki of the world around them.
About the Role
We are looking for an experienced and nurturing teacher to work alongside our over 2-year-old tamariki, supporting them through a stage of rapid growth, curiosity, and discovery. You'll play a key role in creating meaningful learning experiences that encourage independence, confidence, and a lifelong love of learning.
As part of our teaching team, you will:
- Build strong, meaningful relationships with children and whānau
- Create engaging learning environments that inspire curiosity and exploration
- Support children's social, emotional, and cognitive development
- Foster learning opportunities that extend the interests of our over 2-year-old tamariki
- Celebrate and embrace each child's culture, language, and identity
- Work collaboratively with a passionate team to deliver high-quality learning experiences
- Encourage a connection with nature and sustainability through everyday practice
Why Choose BestStart?
At BestStart, our teachers are recognised for the positive difference they make in children's lives. We're proud to offer FULL pay parity, along with a range of great benefits:
- Supportive mentoring and induction programme
- Ongoing professional learning through Whare Ako
- Career development and leadership opportunities
- Discounted childcare
- $2,000 referral bonus for qualified teachers*
Your Wellbeing Matters
We prioritise your health and wellbeing with:
- Subsidised health insurance (eligibility criteria apply)
- Free annual flu vaccinations
- Confidential EAP counselling
- Wellbeing initiatives and support programmes
- Sick leave from day one
- An additional week of leave after 10 years' service
What We're Looking For
- BEd/Dip Teaching Level 7 (ECE) and current NZ Teacher Certification
- Strong understanding of child-led learning and assessment
- Sound knowledge of ECE Regulations and Te Whāriki
- Commitment to honouring Te Tiriti o Waitangi in practice
- Passion for delivering quality teaching and learning
- Enthusiasm for sustainability and environmental education
- Confidence working with and supporting the development of over 2-year-old tamariki
Apply Now! If you're looking to join a centre where culture, community, sustainability, and belonging are at the heart of everything we do, we'd love to hear from you. Apply today and become part of the BestStart Ferry Road whānau.
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