Full-time Teacher Position
Job Code Reference: TEPARKE485
Now operating under the terms and conditions of the Kindergarten Teachers Collective Agreement.
Park Estate Early Learning is one of Counties Manukau Kindergarten Association's long day services, licenced for 50 tamariki aged from 6 months to 6 years of age and operating from 7:30 am – 5:30 pm.
We are seeking a caring, enthusiastic, thoughtful heart-centred Kaiako, with experience supporting the learning and development of tamariki aged from 6 months to 6 years but with a particular interest in making a difference to the everyday lives of infants and toddlers.
Park Estate EL is situated in a multicultural community in the grounds of Te Kura Kaupapa Maori o Nga Papaonekura, in the heart of Rosehill, Papakura. Our teaching team places children at the heart of everything we do. We are committed to creating a home-away-from-home feel with a strong sense of belonging through whanaungatanga, manaakitanga, kaitiakitanga and through fostering tuakana-teina relationships. We nurture and empower children to be the best they can be and to develop a passion for learning. We place high value on trusting partnerships with whanau and the local community and collaborative teamwork.
Role requirements:
B Ed/Dip Teaching Level 7 (ECE) and current teacher registration/certification
Good understanding of infant and toddler pedagogies and practices which support a sense of well-being and belonging.
Knowledge of assessment and planning for extending on children's learning and development
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
If you have a love for teaching and caring for tamariki in positive, nurturing and fun ways and a desire to create an environment which instils a sense of wonder and creativity, we would like to hear from you.
Applicants require a minimum Level 7 Diploma or Bachelor of Teaching ECE, current first aid certificate and current teacher registration practicing certificate.
CMKA offers generous professional support, employment terms and conditions and professional learning and development opportunities including 5 hours professional time for full time (40 hours per week), qualified teachers.
Benefits we offer to ensure your Health & Wellbeing:
Six weeks Annual Leave
Free Annual Flu Vaccinations
Confidential counselling through EAP
Sick leave days available on commencement
Supportive Coaching & Mentoring Programme
Potential applicants are encouraged to visit the Early Learning Centre in Rosehill. Please contact the Centre Manager on (09) 298 3081 to arrange a suitable time for a visit.
Start Date: To Be Negotiated
Hours of Work: Monday – Friday (8 hours per day) between the hours of 7.15am – 5.45pm
Applications Close: Wednesday 20th November 2024 at 4.00pm
Applicants for this position require NZ residency or a valid NZ work visa.
To apply for this position please copy and paste the link below:
https://cmka.bamboohr.com/careers/121
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