Head Teacher (BestStart St Lukes)
Our Organisation:
At BestStart, we’re leaders in the early childhood sector, we make a difference and we love what we do. We provide high-quality early education and award-winning childcare for infants, toddlers, and preschoolers. BestStart St Lukes is seeking a passionate and dedicated Qualified and Registered Teacher to join our energetic and tight-knit team as our new Head Teacher in our Toddler room.
Our focus is to provide quality education to the children in our community and we are excited to be involved in research around children's Oral language and Self-regulation- Kia Timata Pai. This research involves around 1,600 BestStart pre-schoolers!
About the Role:
An exciting opportunity has come about for a Head Teacher to join our team at BestStart St Lukes in our Toddlers room. We provide a wonderfully supportive culture across the whole centre and we are involved within our local community. We are searching for an experienced Teacher who has a good understanding of programme planning, assessment and leadership experience, as well as a drive and passion for growth.
Our Center is a home away from home. We are looking for a fun-loving team member to join us in finding humor and belonging to a great team. Our centre is a very multi cultural centre and embrace all cultures with celebrations and parent contribution. We value our families and work together to achieve learning outcomes for all children.
We have a beautiful newly renovated outdoor play space with big beautiful trees which give us amazing natural shade. We are a well resourced centre and offer a wide range of fun and exciting experiences and opportunities. Located across the road from Westfield St Lukes, The Warehouse and Look Sharp, great for any last minute shopping or dinner on the way home.
This is a permanent position working 40 hours Monday-Friday
Role requirements:
We're looking for a natural leader who shares our values and vision who has a good understanding of programme planning and assessment as well as a drive and passion for growth.
As well as:
- B Ed/Dip Teaching Level 7 (ECE or Primary) and current Teacher Certification
- A strong understanding of programme planning, pedagogy and curriculum
- Good knowledge of the current ECE Regulations, Te Whariki and hold compliance in a high regard
- Passion and commitment for teaching and learning with a focus on delivering quality
Why work For BestStart?
Here at BestStart we are committed to being a progressive and responsive leader in the ECE sector where our Teachers are recognised for the positive difference they make in children’s lives . We offer a great benefits package to our people which includes:
- BestStart has opted into FULL pay parity
- Discounted childcare - access to discounted after school care in selected locations
- Subsidised health insurance- Free Flu vaccinations- Confidential counselling through EAP
- Leadership programmes for current and future leaders
- Multiple career pathways with wrap around support to help you grow your career, your way
- Fully funded Teacher Certification
- Refer a Qualified Teacher and receive $2000*
- One week additional leave for 10 years long service recognition
Joining BestStart means joining a whanau. It is a place where innovation thrives and where we celebrate the wins - big and small! Bring your unique self to work. It doesn't matter who you are, if you're passionate about making a difference, you belong here. Help us provide the highest quality care and education for our tamariki.
How to Apply: Please click the Apply Now button below or reach out to your local Talent Acquisition Specialist Chelsea for a confidential chat on 027 1800 3851.
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