Full Time Application Closes 10 May 2024 Canterbury - Christchurch City 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. BestStart Riccarton Park is seeking passionate and dedicated Qualified and Certificated Teachers to join our new centre set to open in mid 2024! 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! Be part of a new centre from the ground-up; from setting up the learning environment to developing the team values and philosophy. You'll be working with fantastic new resources in this clean, sunny and modern space. BestStart Riccarton Park is soon to open in the Karamu subdivision, in Riccarton Park. The centre will provide quality education and care for children aged between 3 months to 5 years old. Why choose us? Other benefits include: A supportive teacher mentoring and induction programme Learning through Whare Ako our online learning platform Want to learn something new? We will support you in taking your career to the next level Leadership programme for current and future leaders Discounted childcare Fully funded Teacher Certification Refer a Qualified Teacher and receive $2000* 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: Whether you are a newly qualified teacher or an experienced educator, if you have a passion for teaching young children, we could have a position for you! Our indoor spaces are built to support the learning and development of every age group – Infants, Toddlers and Preschoolers. Each of our 4 rooms will be equipped with high quality, focused resources designed to spark curious minds. We'll have an expansive outdoor where children can challenge themselves on the playground equipment while building their independence and self-confidence. We are looking for a range of Kaiako to join our new centre, if you are a passionate about working with tamariki under 5, we would love to hear from you. This is a permanent position working 40 hours per week Monday-Friday. 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) and current Teacher Certification 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 Be innovative, flexible and willing to work with an array of ages. Passion and commitment for teaching and learning with a focus on delivering quality You will be resilient and have a passion for building relationships
