ECE Teacher-in-Training — Part-Time, Growth & Hands-On Learning

Busybees; Aoraki / Mount Cook; On-site; NZD 42,000 - 60,000; Part time

Benefits offered by this job

Full Pay Parity

Staff Uniforms provided

Professional development

First Aid certification coverage

Flu vaccinations coverage

Subsidised childcare

Job summary

Busy Bees Aoraki Early Education Centre in Timaru is seeking a Teacher-in-Training for a part-time role (30 hours/week). You’ll learn from experienced staff while delivering nurturing, high-quality care and hands-on learning for tamariki.

The team values growth, collaboration, and best practice within a supportive environment. Applicants with ECE experience are welcome, and those new to the field with a strong passion for teaching tamariki will be considered.

Qualifications

• A passion for teaching tamariki and building a career in ECE.
• An approachable nature that makes whanau and tamariki feel at home.
• Plenty of initiative and a proactive "can-do" spirit to keep our daily flow moving.
• Great communication skills to build quick rapport with everyone in our community.
• A heart for following a child’s lead and a genuine drive to grow your own skills.
• Integrity in every interaction with our team and families.
• Applicants must hold NZ residency or a valid NZ work visa

Responsibilities

• Provide high-quality, nurturing care so that our tamariki feel safe, warm, and loved.
• Capture the magic of each child's journey, to share with their families.
• Create a relaxed, supportive atmosphere, where every child's holistic needs are met.
• Build strong, positive relationships with our learners and their whanau.
• Bring the curriculum to life through daily experimentation, play, and innovation.

Skills

Passion for teaching tamariki

Excellent communication

Initiative

Team collaboration

Job description

Busy Bees Aoraki Early Education Centre in Timaru is seeking a Teacher-in-Training for a part-time role (30 hours/week). You’ll learn from experienced staff while delivering nurturing, high-quality care and hands-on learning for tamariki.

The team values growth, collaboration, and best practice within a supportive environment. Applicants with ECE experience are welcome, and those new to the field with a strong passion for teaching tamariki will be considered.