Early Learning Educator

Happy Learning Childcare Millwater; Orewa; On-site; NZD 48,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

Happy Learning Childcare Millwater in Millwater is seeking a passionate toddler teacher to join our team, working with 2–3-year-old tamariki. You will nurture development, build warm relationships with children and whānau, and contribute to a collaborative teaching environment.

We value teamwork, respect, and fun while delivering high-quality early childhood education. The role emphasizes planning and documentation within an engaging, Reggio Emilia-inspired setting.

Qualifications

• Genuine passion for toddlers and supporting their learning and development.
• Strong work ethic and a positive, can-do attitude.
• Confident in teaching practice and comfortable working independently.
• Ability to build warm, respectful relationships with children, whānau and colleagues.
• Organised with planning, documentation and ECE paperwork requirements.
• Enjoys being part of a team and contributing, supporting and having fun.

Skills

passion for toddlers

positive attitude

independence in teaching

relationship building

planning and documentation

team player

Job description

Happy Learning Childcare Millwater is located in the heart of Millwater, where relationships are at the core of everything we do. As our centre continues to grow, we are looking for a passionate and enthusiastic toddler teacher to join our team and work alongside our wonderful 2–3-year-old tamariki.

We are looking for someone who:

• Has a genuine passion for working with toddlers and supporting their learning and development
• Has a great work ethic and a positive, can-do attitude
• Is confident in their teaching practice and comfortable working independently
• Builds warm, respectful and meaningful relationships with children, whānau and colleagues
• Is organised and confident with planning, documentation and other ECE paperwork requirements
• Enjoys being part of a team and is willing to contribute, support and have fun along the way!

At Happy Learning, we value relationships, teamwork, respect, honesty and having fun while we work hard. We are inspired by Reggio Emilia and see the environment as the “third teacher”, creating spaces that encourage curiosity, exploration and a love of learning.