Ece Qualified Teacher (Beststart Pleasant Point)

Qjumpers; Canterbury; On-site; NZD 39,000 - 50,000; Part time

Job summary

BestStart Pleasant Point in Timaru, Canterbury, seeks an early childhood teacher for a permanent part-time role. The position offers 20 hours per week across 3–5 days, with flexibility for a healthy work-life balance.

You will teach in an engaging, child-centred environment, applying Te Whāriki and NZ ECE regulations while honouring Te Tiriti o Waitangi in practice.

Qualifications

• BEd/Dip Teaching Level 7 (ECE or Primary) and current Teacher Certification.
• Strong knowledge of child-led learning, assessment, and planning.
• Sound understanding of Te Whāriki and current ECE regulations.
• Commitment to honouring Te Tiriti o Waitangi in practice.
• Enthusiasm for delivering high-quality teaching and learning experiences.

Skills

Child-led learning

Assessment

Planning

Te Whāriki

ECE regulations

Te Tiriti Waitangi

Education

BEd/Dip Teaching Level 7

Job description

You'll be joining our over-2s room, working alongside a supportive and experienced team to create engaging learning environments where children feel confident, capable, and excited to learn.

This is a permanent part-time position, offering 20 hours per week. The successful candidate will work across 3-5 days, with flexibility available for the right person to support a healthy work-life balance.

What we’re looking for

We’re seeking a teacher who is passionate about early childhood education and committed to making a positive impact in children’s lives. You’ll bring:

• BEd/Dip Teaching Level 7 (ECE or Primary) and current Teacher Certification
• Strong knowledge of child-led learning, assessment, and planning
• Sound understanding of Te Whāriki and current ECE regulations
• A commitment to honouring Te Tiriti o Waitangi in practice
• Enthusiasm for delivering high-quality teaching and learning experiences

ECE Qualified Teacher (BestStart Pleasant Point) Timaru - Canterbury