Qualified Kaiako - Queenstown

• Full Time
• Application Closes 08 Jun 2024
• Otago - Queenstown
• Preschool Teacher

Immerse yourself in breathtaking landscapes, enjoy a vibrant community, and embrace a lifestyle of adventure in Queenstown!

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. 

We are looking for dedicated and passionate Kaiako to join our centres in Central Otago! We have 2 beautiful centres, BestStart Queenstown and BestStart Hanleys Farm, that are looking to extend their teams. 

Our teams are from all around the world! We have teachers from England, Ireland, Argentina, China, Malaysia, the Philippines, the Czech Republic. We pride ourselves on being a supportive, diverse environment for teachers to grow. 

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 position can be flexible with the age group, depending on where your passion lies. 

It is important to everyone at BestStart that we are seen as individuals with our own unique culture. With our diverse cultural lenses, we can create a safe and inclusive environment that enables us to teach and learn in innovative and exciting ways.  

This would be a permanent position, working 30 - 40 hours depending on your work/life balance needs.

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!