Kaiako (18month-2.5y old room)

Learning Curves Montessori Lincoln; Canterbury; On-site; NZD 50,000 - 60,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Professional development

Well-resourced environment

Full pay parity for qualified teachers

Supportive leadership

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Job summary

Learning Curves Montessori Lincoln invites a warm, passionate kaiako to join our toddler room, caring for tamariki aged 18 months to 2.5 years. You will nurture independence, confidence and language development in a calm, unhurried setting.

Applicants must be currently living in New Zealand, with a mindset aligned to Montessori approaches. We offer supportive leadership, a collaborative team, and ongoing professional growth within a welcoming Learning Curves whānau.

Qualifications

• Warm, nurturing and genuinely passionate about toddlers.
• Understands development needs of 18m–2.5y age group.
• Values calm, engaging and responsive learning environments.
• Current NZ resident.

Responsibilities

• Work in a toddler room with tamariki aged 18 months to 2.5 years.
• Create independent, confident and curious learners.
• Collaborate with a supportive teaching team.
• Attend ongoing professional development.

Skills

Warm & nurturing

Montessori understanding

Toddlers development knowledge

NZ residency

Job description

Kaiako (18month-2.5y old room)

Full time, Permanent

Early learning / kōhanga reo, Kaiako
English, Health and physical education, Learning languages, Mathematics and statistics, Science, Social sciences, Technology, Te reo Māori, The arts, Belonging / Mana Whenua, Contribution / Mana Tangata, Communication / Mana Reo, Exploration / Mana Aotūroa, Well-being / Mana Atua

Learning Curves Montessori is looking for a passionate, enthusiastic and nurturing kaiako to join our team in a full-time position.

This position is within one of our toddler rooms, working with tamariki aged approximately 18 months to 2.5 years.

This is such a special stage of development, where our tamariki are building their independence, confidence, communication and sense of belonging. We are looking for a kaiako who understands the importance of creating a calm, engaging and responsive environment where each child is supported to learn, explore and develop at their own pace.

We are looking for a kaiako who:

• Is warm, nurturing and genuinely passionate about working with toddlers
• Understands the unique developmental needs of children aged 18 months–2.5 years
• Encourages independence, confidence and curiosity through meaningful learning experiences
• Is confident supporting children's social and emotional development
• Values respectful, responsive and unhurried care practices
• Is a positive and supportive team member
• Has an understanding of or knows about the Montessori philosophy
• Are currently living in New Zealand

What we can offer

• A welcoming, supportive and experienced teaching team
• A beautiful and well-resourced learning environment
• Full Pay Parity for qualified and registered teachers
• Ongoing professional development and opportunities to grow
• Supportive leadership and management
• A centre culture that values relationships, teamwork and the wellbeing of both tamariki and kaiako
• The opportunity to become part of the wider Learning Curves whānau

We are looking for someone who will bring warmth, enthusiasm and a genuine love of teaching to our team. Someone who enjoys getting alongside our tamariki, supporting their growing independence and creating an environment where they feel safe, confident and excited to learn.

Please note: Applicants must currently be living in New Zealand to be considered for this position.

Come and join the Learning Curves Montessori whānau!