ECE Lead Teacher: Play-Based Learning & Te Whāriki

Confident Learners Early Learning Centre; Whau; On-site; NZD 52,000 - 68,000; Full time

Job summary

Confident Learners Early Learning Centre is seeking an experienced, passionate ECE teacher to join a supportive team in Auckland. The role offers opportunities to grow professionally and develop leadership skills while delivering high-quality early childhood education.

The ideal candidate will hold a NZ ECE practising certificate, have solid ECE experience, and demonstrate Te Whāriki understanding with play-based learning. You will build strong relationships with children, whānau and colleagues.

Qualifications

• Requires current New Zealand ECE practising certificate.
• Solid experience in early childhood education setting.
• Good understanding of Te Whāriki and play-based learning.
• Ability to plan, implement and evaluate meaningful learning experiences.
• Builds positive, respectful relationships with children, whānau and colleagues.
• Strong communication, teamwork and organisational skills.
• Shows initiative and professionalism; willing to guide other teachers.
• Understands licensing requirements, health and safety, and compliance.
• Interested in developing leadership skills.

Responsibilities

• Deliver high-quality early childhood education and care.
• Contribute to a supportive teaching team.
• Develop leadership skills and take on additional responsibilities where appropriate.

Skills

Te Whāriki understanding

Play-based learning

Planning and evaluating learning

Communication and teamwork

Leadership potential

Education

NZ ECE practising certificate

Job description

Confident Learners Early Learning Centre is seeking an experienced, passionate ECE teacher to join a supportive team in Auckland. The role offers opportunities to grow professionally and develop leadership skills while delivering high-quality early childhood education.

The ideal candidate will hold a NZ ECE practising certificate, have solid ECE experience, and demonstrate Te Whāriki understanding with play-based learning. You will build strong relationships with children, whānau and colleagues.