Counties Manukau Kindergarten Association – Papakura West Kindergarten

Qualified Teacher Position 

Job Code: TEPAPW481

Come and join a fantastic organisation with great conditions and professional support  in an actively buzzing centre where your sound knowledge of ECE curriculum practices, relationship building skills, energy and passion for teaching our young learners will be reciprocated and rewarded!

Papakura West is an Enviroschools kindergarten, situated in a large and attractive environment next to a school and a reserve.

We are seeking an experienced, fully certificated, self-motivated, enthusiastic teacher who has a passion for working in multicultural communities. This is a full time position (Monday to Friday, 40 hours a week) in an established and well-resourced kindergarten licenced for 40 children aged 2- 5 years. We operate a range of sessions between 8.00am – 5.00pm, including during school term breaks.

Role requirements:

• B Ed/Dip Teaching Level 7 (ECE) and current teacher registration/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
• 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

Benefits we offer to ensure your Health & Wellbeing: 

• Free Annual Flu Vaccinations
• Confidential counselling through EAP
• Sick leave days available on commencement
• Supportive Coaching & Mentoring Programme

Generous employment terms and conditions, as well as quality professional development opportunities are offered.

Start date:                     To be negotiated.

Hours required:         Monday to Friday (40 hours per week)

Applications close:    Wednesday 29th May 2024 at 4pm

Applicants require a Level 7 Diploma or Bachelor of Teaching ECE, current first aid certificate and current teacher registration practising certificate and must be eligible to work in New Zealand and reside here currently.

To apply for this position please click on the link attached.