Manurewa West Kindergarten,  Full Time Qualified Teacher    

Job Code: TEMANW498

Job Description: 

This is a full time position (40 hours per week) in an established and well-resourced, multi-cultural Kindergarten in the Manurewa area.

This Kindergarten operates from 8.00am – 5.00pm with a roll of 30 children and a 1:10 teacher to child ratio.  The Kindergarten is open in the term breaks.

We are seeking a Qualified Teacher who is versatile and a great communicator, who can lead and deliver quality teaching practices in a team environment, work with Tamariki in a mixed age setting, and is willing and proactive around change.  Work with a fabulous team where your sound knowledge of ECE curriculum practices, relationship building skills, energy and passion for teaching our young learners will be reciprocated and rewarded!

The successful applicant must have sound knowledge of current approaches to teaching and learning, be committed to on-going professional development, have a passion for supporting, extending and documenting children’s lines of inquiry, a commitment to using ICT in innovative and meaningful ways with children and for documenting learning, and an interest in environmental sustainability would be an advantage.

Benefits we offer to ensure your Health & Wellbeing: 

• Free Annual Flu Vaccinations
• Confidential counselling through EAP
• 6 weeks annual leave
• Sick leave days available on commencement
• Supportive Coaching & Mentoring Programme

Role requirements:
•   B Ed/Dip Teaching Level 7 (ECE) and current teacher registration/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
•   Demonstrates a strong commitment to Te Tiriti o Waitangi through pedagogical practices
•   Excellent communication skills and ability to build strong relationships with Tamariki, Whanau, teaching team and the wider community
•   Passion and commitment for teaching and learning with a focus on delivering quality education and care

Generous employment terms and conditions, as well as quality professional development opportunities are offered.

Start date:                   To be negotiated

Hours required:          Monday to Friday 40 hours per week

Applications close:    Monday 5th October 2024 at 4.00pm

Applicants require a minimum Level 7 Diploma or Bachelor of Teaching ECE, current first aid certificate and current teacher registration and practicing certificate.

Applicants for this position must have New Zealand Residency or a valid NZ Work Visa and currently reside in New Zealand.

To apply for this position click on the link attached.