Part Time Application Closes 30 Oct 2024 Waikato - Matamata - Piako Preschool Teacher About the Role: At BestStart Morrinsville, we believe in nurturing both children and teachers. As a Teacher in Training, you'll be an integral part of our close-knit team, where you'll receive ongoing mentorship and professional development opportunities.
This role offers you the chance to actively participate in shaping the learning experiences of 2-5 year-olds, helping them explore the world around them through play, creativity, and discovery.
If you're passionate about teaching young children, currently enrolled in a Level 7 ECE program (ECE Bachelor or Graduate Diploma), and eager to advance your career in early childhood education, we want you on our team. At our center, we prioritize collaboration, enthusiasm, and the growth of both children and educators. We'd love to hear from you!
This is a permanent position working 34 hours per week Monday-Friday. (3 x 6 hour days, 2 x 8 hour days)
Why choose us? Here at BestStart we are committed to being a progressive and adaptable leader in the ECE sector where our Teachers are recognised for the positive difference they make in children's lives. We are delighted to have opted into Full Pay Parity!
Other benefits include: Paid study support for year 2 and 3 Teachers-in-Training* Refer a Qualified Teacher and receive $2000* Online learning through Whare Ako our online learning platform. Access to tailored PLD opportunities to suit your passions and interests Want to learn something new? We will support you in taking your career to the next level We partner with you and encourage your ongoing career development- Multiple career pathways with wrap around support to help you grow your career, your way 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 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:
Enrolment into a level 7 ECE Bachelor or Graduate Diploma course 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 Passion and commitment for teaching and learning with a focus on delivering quality 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. Our focus is to provide quality education to the children in our community.