ECE Head Teacher (BestStart Queenstown)

• Full Time
• Application Closes 23 May 2024
• Otago - Queenstown
• Preschool Teacher

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 Queenstown is seeking a passionate and dedicated Qualified and Registered Teacher to join our energetic and tight-knit team as our new Head Teacher. 

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 Queenstown, is Growing World Class Global Citizens! We challenge our children to become adaptive, creative, resilient, and confident so that they can be adventurous and explorative just like their hometown of Queenstown!

Queenstown is nestled in the Southern Alps, it offers stunning landscapes, thrilling adventures, vibrant culture, and welcoming atmosphere. Experience the warmth of Queenstown's community spirit.

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 

About the Role: 

This is a permanent position working 40 hours Monday-Friday 

Our team are from all around the world! We have teachers from England, Ireland, Argentina, China, Malaysia, the Philippines, the Czech Republic. We have kaiako who are passionate about sustainability and fostering children's independence. We pride ourselves on being a supportive environment for teachers to grow.

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) 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 

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 Emma Poole for a confidential chat on