Full Time Application Closes 01 Sep 2024 Canterbury - Selwyn Preschool Teacher 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. Freckles Early Learning Centre is seeking a passionate and dedicated Teacher in Training to join our energetic and tight-knit team on a fixed-term basis. At Freckles we are inspiring curious learners! We have a strong philosophy and learning priorities that reflect the unique values of our community. Our centre is well resourced, has great, spacious staff areas and an amazing supportive, long-standing team. Our modern purpose-built facilities are bright, open and spacious, with an extensive range of carefully selected developmentally appropriate resources to assist in capturing our children's curiosity and growing their minds. You will be joining a long standing and supportive team that will mentor and help you grow your ECE career.About the Role: If you have a passion for teaching young children and are currently enrolled to study in a level 7 ECE programme (ECE Bachelor or Graduate Diploma), we want to hear from you. This is a fixed-term position to cover a parental leave, working 40 hours per week Monday-Friday. This position will start in September 2024 and finish in May 2025. You will be based in our Nursery working with our under 2 year old tamariki. The nursery space is a haven where our youngest learners can grow, play, and thrive in a supportive, nurturing and engaging environment. 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. Other benefits include: Refer a Qualified Teacher and receive $2000* Online learning through Whare Ako our online learning platform. Access to tailored PLD opportunities to suit your passions and interests Want to learn something new? We will support you in taking your career to the next level Discounted Childcare Full Pay Parity for Qualified Teachers 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: Enrolment into a level 7 ECE Bachelor or Graduate Diploma course 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 You will be friendly, bubbly and eager to learn
