Full Time Application Closes 22 Sep 2024 Otago - Dunedin City Manager 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. BestStart Montessori The Gardens is seeking a passionate and dedicated Centre Manager to join our energetic and tight-knit team. We welcome applicants to take the next step in their leadership journey and to play a key role in building relationships with our children and families! 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! At our centre, we proudly embrace the rich cultural diversity of our tamariki and their families. Located in Dunedin's North East Valley, near the University and Polytechnic, we are a culturally vibrant community. Our Montessori program is tailored to support each child's potential through self-discovery, with staff creating an engaging and relevant curriculum that aligns with the aspirations of their whanau. We are lucky to have three, character buildings, Infant House, Casa House and Children's House, providing spacious indoor and outdoor learning environments for our children. Our large, well established and sunny garden provides am expansive space for our tamariki to explore, challenge and learn. Why choose us? Other benefits include: Learning through Whare Ako our online learning platform Supportive Coaching and Mentoring for your role Want to learn something new? We will support you in taking your career to the next level Fully funded Teacher Certification Leadership programme for current and future leaders Prove yourself in the Centre Manager role and you may have the opportunity to be a part of our Independent Centre Manager programme. This is where you get autonomy to run your centre, in your own way and if the centre delivers great outcomes, then you'll be rewarded! 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: As a high-impact leader, reporting to an Area Manager, you will be passionate about delivering amazing learning outcomes for our children and you'll take pride in the smooth day-to-day operation of the centre! Being a great communicator and building fantastic relationships will be in your DNA. This is a permanent position working 40 hours per week Monday-Friday At BestStart Montessori The Gardens we are a dedicated Montessori teaching team committed to nurturing each child's unique potential. With a blend of passion, qualifications, and extensive experience, we strive to cultivate a community of kind, respectful, and independent learners. Our approach encourages natural curiosity and a love for learning, fostering an environment of grace and courtesy. 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 Strong understanding of child-led curriculum, pedagogy and curriculum 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 You'll be known for being a great coach, who can unlock the potential of others You are an innovator, both in input and output – being part of simplifying the way we do things excites you!
