Qualified Teacher (BestStart Ferry Road)
About us:
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 Ferry Road is seeking a passionate and dedicated Qualified and Certificated Teacher to join our energetic and tight-knit team.
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!
BestStart Ferry Road, is where cultures thrive! When you walk into our centre, we hope that everybody feels like they belong. We value diversity and ensure we have strong relationships with each child and each family as these partnerships are the foundation of our centre. These partnerships have created a great community who enjoy coming together and participating in centre events. We take every opportunity to celebrate, share knowledge and learn about each other.
Why choose us?
Here at BestStart we are committed to being a progressive and adaptable leader in the ECE sector where our Teachers are recognised for the positive difference they make in children’s lives. We are pleased to announce that BestStart has opted into FULL pay parity!
Other benefits include:
- A supportive teacher mentoring and induction programme
- Learning through Whare Ako our online learning platform
- Want to learn something new? We will support you in taking your career to the next level
- Leadership programme for current and future leaders
- Discounted childcare
- Fully funded Teacher Certification
- Refer a Qualified Teacher and receive $2000*
Your health and wellbeing are our priority, we offer:
- Subsidised health insurance with Southern Cross*
- Free annual flu vaccinations
- Confidential counselling through EAP
- Wellbeing programme.
- Sick days available from the day you start
- One week additional leave for 10 years long service recognition
About the Role:
Whether you are a newly qualified teacher or an experienced educator, if you have a passion for teaching young children, we want to hear from you. This is a permanent part-time position working 30 hours per week Monday-Friday, from 9am - 3.30pm.
You will be part of out Ōtākaro room, working alongside our 2-3.5 year old tamariki. In this space you will see our busy over 2's. This room is bustling with excitement and is set up to help foster more independence as tamariki start feeling the need to make their own decisions. The classroom is inspired by the children's current interests to promote their natural curiosity. We have a large natural outdoor space with natural aspects to explore and a playground to provide challenges.
Role requirements:
Commit to making a difference in the lives of young learners with a team dedicated to excellence. We are looking for the following:
- B Ed/Dip Teaching Level 7 (ECE or Primary) and current Teacher Certification
- Good understanding of child-led curriculum, planning and extending on our children's learning
- Demonstrate good knowledge of the current ECE Regulations, Te Whariki and hold compliance in a high regard
- A strong commitment to Te Tiriti o Waitangi through pedagogical practices
- Passion and commitment for teaching and learning with a focus on delivering quality
How to Apply: Click Apply now and be part of a team that embraces growth, collaboration, and the joy of teaching. We can't wait to welcome you to BestStart Ferry Road!
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