Qualified Teacher (BestStart Te Awamutu)

• Part Time
• Application Closes 30 May 2025
• Waikato - Te Awamutu
• Kindergarten Teacher

About Us:

At BestStart Te Awamutu, we’re deeply connected to our community. Our centre is a welcoming, inclusive space where whānau and local organisations are part of the learning journey. We value relationships, connection, and child-led learning, and we’re looking for a qualified, passionate teacher to join our team for 40 hours per week in our Under 2's room.

Why join us?
We’re proud to offer FULL Pay Parity and offer a range of benefits, including:

• A strong induction and mentoring programme
• Professional development through Whare Ako
• Health and wellbeing support: subsidised health insurance, EAP services, flu vaccinations
• Sick leave from day one and long service leave
• $2000 referral bonus for bringing qualified teachers into our team*

What we’re looking for:

• A qualified ECE or Primary teacher (Level 7) with current NZ Teaching Certification
• Sound knowledge of Te Whāriki, child-led learning and ECE regulations
• A commitment to Te Tiriti o Waitangi
• A team player with genuine passion for early childhood education

Ready to join a centre that feels like home?
Apply now and help us shape bright futures at BestStart Te Awamutu.