Fixed Term Early Childhood Teacher
Mō Tēnei Tūranga Mahi | About the Role
Early Childhood Teacher
Fixed Term, part time (30 hours per week)
Are you enthusiastic about creating enriching learning environments that embrace ngā uara of whanaungatanga, manaakitanga, kaitiakitanga, and tūmanakotanga? We have an exciting opportunity for 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.
We currently have a fixed term position available until 28 November in the centre with tamariki 2 years to 3.5 years.
The appointing salary for this role will be between $57,358 and $85,457, dependent on skills and experience and is aligned to Extended Pay Parity rates.
The Early Childhood Teacher is based in our Windermere Campus (Tauranga) Toi Ohomai | Te Pūkenga reporting to the Childcare Centre Manager and will be responsible for:
· 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
The suitable applicant will be:
· 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 players with a positive attitude.
· Committed to continuous learning and professional growth.
· Holders of a current First Aid Certificate.
Mō Mātou | About us
Toi Ohomai a business division of Te Pūkenga, is a vibrant and progressive tertiary institute with regional campus locations in Toi Ohomai Windermere (Tauranga), Toi Ohomai Mokoia (Rotorua).
Toi Ohomai | Te Pūkenga is committed to giving effect to Te Tiriti o Waitangi and delivering services in a manner that responds to the needs of Māori learners and their whānau, as well as the aspirations of iwi and Māori communities throughout our region (including Māori employers). To deliver effectively on this commitment, we recognise the need for a culturally competent and confident workforce vertically and horizontally across our organisation.
Me pēhea te tono | How to apply
As a responsible employer and education provider, Toi Ohomai | Te Pūkenga is committed to the protection of children and vulnerable persons and applies relevant policy and practice to meet this commitment. Applicants for this position should have NZ residency or a valid NZ work visa and will be required to undergo pre-employment checks; Successful candidates will be required to undergo relevant vetting and employment checks.
If this exciting and rewarding role sounds like your next career move, then we encourage you to apply.
We will be assessing applications as they come in and this role will be closed earlier if we receive a suitable candidate.
Applications for this role will take you to the advertisers site.
