About the role
: Are you a NZ registered teacher (Primary or ECE) looking for better work life balance? Are you looking to be rewarded financially for your work as a Teacher? Are you seeking a flexible employment option to work around your own family and other commitments? This is the role for YOU! At BestStart, we are recruiting Reliever Teachers to join our Reliever Team. Our Reliever Team plays an integral role in the operation of our centres nationwide. As a Teacher for us, you will have the opportunity to work with our Tamariki and make a difference to their learning and development.
As a Reliever Teacher, you will be working alongside the permanent staff and be involved in the day-to-day activities of the class. Looking for guidance of where you may be needed but also using your initiative to see opportunities to be helpful and a part of the team. No day will be the same, as our BestStart Relievers can work across any of our centres, offering a variety of work daily.
What does Queenstown offer? Arguably, one of the most beautiful places to be in all of New Zealand, or probably in the world - Queenstown is New Zealand's adventure and tourist capital! It is extremely popular with tourists and travelers and offers ample as somewhere to settle also. The township is built around Lake Wakatipu - jet boating, snow sports, bungy, water sports are common draw cards. Also, not to mention, stunning wineries, great retail and world class hospitality - no wonder is it popular. BestStart has four centres across this region - two in Queenstown, one in Arrowtown, and one in Wanaka (a small drive away).
Why work for BestStart as a Teacher? FULL PAY PARITY Fantastic learning and development platforms Ongoing career progression with opportunities ample (permanent roles, leadership, and recognition of service) As a reliever, variety of working environments as all of our centres are unique and offer a different philosophy and culture! To be considered to work as a Teacher, you must have the below: NZ qualification in ECE or Primary (BEd/Grad Dip) Level 7 minimum NZ Registration – current (Provisional or Full) with NZ Teaching Council NZQA endorsement completed for overseas quals – must be endorsed at Level 7 or higher, and be endorsed to work at NZ ECE level. Applicants MUST have eligibility to work in New Zealand. Qualities we look for in a Teacher… Passion and interest for working with Tamariki Reliable, responsive and flexible Initiative and having a proactive attitude towards work Caring and respectful attitude towards Tamariki Approachable and fun loving Working for BestStart Joining BestStart means joining a whanau. We are the largest national provider of ECE and seek to innovate the sector with our passion for making a difference in the lives of our Tamariki. It doesn't matter who you are, if you're passionate about making a difference, you belong here.If the role sounds like you, do not hesitate to get your application in and secure your future with BestStart today!