Full Time Application Closes 19 Oct 2024 Auckland - Auckland Kindergarten Teacher Our Organisation: 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 Puni Road is seeking a passionate and dedicated Qualified and Registered Teacher to join our energetic and tight-knit team as our new Head Teacher. Our focus is to provide quality education to the children in our community. At BestStart Puni Road, we understand the importance of our diverse, rural community and we incorporate these values into our learning at the centre. This includes activities such as collecting eggs from our centre chickens, harvesting vegetables from our garden, and picking fresh fruit from our orchard. We are also proud to be one of the few remaining childcare centres that has real grass! 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 recognised 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 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 role is a permanent fulltime position working 40 hours per week. Role requirements: We're looking for a natural leader who shares our values and vision who 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 or Primary) 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 a 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.