BestStart Education – Wanaka, South Island
At BestStart, we're leaders in the early childhood sector, making a difference and loving what we do. We provide high-quality early education and award-winning childcare for infants, toddlers, and preschoolers. BestStart Pinnacles is seeking a passionate and dedicated Qualified and Registered Teacher to join our energetic and tight-knit team as our new Head Teacher with our over 2-year-old tamariki.
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 - KiaTimata Pai. This research involves around 1,600 BestStart pre-schoolers!
Situated in Central Otago, Wanaka offers abundant opportunities for outdoor activities, ranging from lakeside leisure in the summer to skiing and snowboarding in the winter, all just a short drive from the town center. We boast a well-established team that recognizes the significance of embracing everyone's culture, ideas, and philosophy, and is dedicated to nurturing lifelong, capable, and compassionate learners for a future that is yet to be discovered.
At BestStart Pinnacles, we love exploring all our community has to offer. We have been organizing a forest day for our four-year-olds for the past few years and are looking to create more opportunities for others to experience our local community. We uphold our commitment to Te Tiriti o Waitangi by ensuring it is integrated into our daily practices.
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 recognized 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
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.
We are seeking a Head Teacher who will have a positive impact on the Centre, exemplify the BestStart values and vision, and inspire and motivate the team. Having experience in a Head Teacher role would be an advantage, although it is not essential.
You will be based in our mixed over 2's room where we encourage tamariki to use their developing self-help skills while providing a range of opportunities to extend their independence. We offer BestStart's Be School Ready initiative for our preschool children, which will be incorporated into everyday practice, assisting with the next step in their learning journey.
Role requirements:
We're looking for a natural leader who shares our values and vision, 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 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 027 1800 1747.
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