Full Time Application Closes 16 Nov 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 Wainoni Road is seeking a passionate and dedicated Teacher in Training to join our energetic and tight-knit team. Our focus is to provide quality education to the children in our community.
BestStart Wainoni Road sits in the heart of the Wainoni community and caters for children aged 3 months to 6 years old. We are a stable, loving, safe haven in the community where all children, families and cultures are accepted and celebrated. We understand that within our community every family has their own unique needs, we aim to provide connections and support where needed to ensure all children and families feel they are catered to.
About the Role:? If you have a passion for teaching young children and are currently enrolled to study in a level 7 ECE programme (ECE Bachelor or Graduate Diploma), we want to hear from you. This is a permanent position working 30-35 hours per week, Monday-Friday.
We are ideally seeking a passionate and dedicated 2nd or 3rd Year Teacher in Training to join either our Nursery or Prep Room Teams. Both teams are well established and offer a fabulous opportunity to gain valuable practical experience while being coached and mentored by knowledgeable ECE educators.
We have four separate classrooms catering specifically to the different age groups and their developmental needs, ensuring all tamariki feel challenged in an environment that is safe for them to explore to reach their next milestone. Our outdoor environments truly stand out for their generous size.
Why choose us?? 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