Qualified Teacher (BestStart Huntington)
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 Huntington 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!
Our environment at BestStart Huntington encompasses the diverse cultures that are reflected in our centre. We value and are responsive to parent and family aspirations and will always seek to develop a strong understanding to ensure that we are respectful in the ways in which we practice anything of cultural significance to our families. Our vision is ‘seekers within our surroundings’ which is reflected in our regular excursions that we plan aligning with the individual interests of our children.
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 position working 40 hours per week Monday-Friday.
We are looking for a Kaiako who can provide a nurturing and safe environment to our young tamariki. This role will include communicating regularly and effectively with parents, thinking on your feet and responding to each child's needs efficiently. You will be working alongside our 0-3 year old tamariki.
In this position you will be creating lesson plans in accordance to age-appropriate guidelines while providing emotional support and attending to the physical and emotional needs of our tamariki.
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) 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 Huntington!
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