Qualified Teacher (BestStart Manurewa Central)

• Full Time
• Application Closes 24 May 2024
• Auckland - South Auckland
• Preschool Teacher

About the Role: 

Join our bustling team at BestStart Manurewa Central! If you thrive in messy fun environments and have a creative mindset for setting up provocations, this is the perfect fit for you. Our tamariki will make you feel like a superstar with their dance moves and enthusiasm for singing, even if you're not the most coordinated. 

Our supportive community and whanau actively participate in center events, allowing you to share your passion and creativity. Together, we support each other for the betterment of our whanau. 

Whether you are a newly qualified teacher or an experienced educator. If you have a natural affinity with our youngest learners we would love to hear from you!

This is a permanent position working 30-35 hours per week Monday-Friday 6 hours per day.

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 

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 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. 

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! 

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 Manurewa Central!