Lead Toddler Educator & Hands-On Team Leader

Future Kids Preschool Hāwera; Taranaki; On-site; NZD 52,000 - 76,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Full pay parity rates

First aid & teacher registration costs

Low ratios

Subsidised childcare

Paid birthday off

Supportive team environment

Leadership growth opportunities

Job summary

Future Kids Preschool is a privately owned, family‑oriented centre in the heart of the Hāwera community. We are looking for a capable, confident early childhood teacher who loves hands-on teaching and building strong relationships with children, whānau and colleagues.

This is an exciting opportunity to develop leadership skills while staying actively involved in teaching and learning, with low ratios, a supportive team, and pay parity.

Qualifications

• Capable, confident and passionate early childhood teacher.
• Ready to develop leadership skills.
• Intentional and reflective teaching practice.
• Builds strong, respectful relationships with children, whānau and colleagues.

Responsibilities

• Engage in hands-on teaching with children in a supportive team.
• Develop leadership skills while remaining actively involved in teaching and learning.
• Establish and sustain strong relationships with children, families and staff.
• Create learning experiences responsive to children's interests, strengths and cultures.

Skills

Early childhood teaching

Leadership development

Teamwork

Reflective practice

Education

ECE Teacher Registration

Diploma in Early Childhood Education

Tools

First aid certification

Job description

Future Kids Preschool is a privately owned, family‑oriented centre in the heart of the Hāwera community. We are looking for a capable, confident early childhood teacher who loves hands-on teaching and building strong relationships with children, whānau and colleagues.

This is an exciting opportunity to develop leadership skills while staying actively involved in teaching and learning, with low ratios, a supportive team, and pay parity.