ECE Unregistered Teacher

House of Wonder Forest Lake; Waikato; On-site; NZD 30,000 - 41,000; Part time

Benefits offered by this job

Subsidised childcare

Staff uniforms provided

Annual flu vaccination paid

First Aid certification paid for

Supportive leadership and mentoring

National network support

Job summary

House of Wonder Forest Lake in Hamilton, Waikato, is seeking a part-time unregistered early childhood teacher for a fixed-term maternity cover from Oct 12, 2026 to Dec 26, 2026. The role focuses on creating engaging learning experiences and nurturing tamariki.

You may have ECE experience or a genuine passion for working with children. The centre offers mentoring, supportive teamwork, and a warm community where relationships and learning are at the heart of everything we do.

Qualifications

• Applicants must have the right to work in New Zealand.
• ECE experience or passion for working with children preferred.
• Ability to support children through play, exploration and learning.

Responsibilities

• Support children in a safe, nurturing and engaging environment.
• Encourage learning through play and exploration.
• Build positive relationships with tamariki, whānau and colleagues.
• Contribute to a collaborative and supportive team culture.

Skills

Relationship building

Communication skills

Patience

Education

ECE experience (preferred)

Job description

Full time, Fixed term, Start Date: 12/10/2026, End Date: 26/12/2026 (Maternity Leave Cover)

Nestled at the top of hill with stunning views across Hamilton, our beautifully renovated centre provides an inspiring environment where tamariki and teachers thrive. Guided by the principles of Reggio Emilia, we foster creativity, exploration, meaningful relationships, and strong partnerships with whānau.

We're looking for a part time unregistered teacher to join our passionate team and help create engaging learning experiences that support every child's growth and wellbeing.

This is a fixed-term position of 30 hours per week until December 2026.

• Supportive leadership and mentoring
• Subsidised childcare
• Staff uniforms provided
• Annual flu vaccination and First Aid certification paid for
• The support of a trusted national network

About the role

You will:

• Support children in a safe, nurturing, and engaging environment
• Encourage learning through play, creativity, and exploration
• Help create meaningful learning experiences for tamariki
• Build positive relationships with children, whānau, and colleagues
• Contribute to a collaborative and supportive team culture

About you

You may already have ECE experience, or simply bring a genuine passion for working with children. We're looking for someone who:

• Is warm, approachable, and relationship-focused
• Has a positive, proactive attitude
• Communicates confidently with children, families, and colleagues
• Enjoys supporting children's curiosity and development
• Demonstrates integrity, reliability, and a willingness to learn

If you're looking to grow your career in a supportive, community-focused centre where relationships and learning are at the heart of everything we do, we'd love to hear from you.

Applicants must have the right to work in New Zealand.