Qualified ECE Teacher

Barnardos Hornby Pasifika Early Learning Centre; Canterbury; On-site; NZD 55,000 - 75,000; Full time

Job summary

Barnardos Aotearoa is seeking an early childhood teacher to join a passionate team delivering high-quality care in a Pasifika-focused environment.

You will implement Te Whāriki, contribute to learning program planning and enable inclusive, diverse learning opportunities that engage whānau and families. A Teaching Council recognised qualification and a current Practising Certificate are required.

Qualifications

• Early childhood teaching qualification recognised by the Teaching Council of Aotearoa, New Zealand (required).
• Current Teaching Council Practising Certificate (required).
• Experience as a teacher in an early childhood education team setting.
• Knowledge of Pasifika languages and Tapasa is desirable.
• Commitment to Te Whāriki and quality practice; strong communication and organisation skills.

Responsibilities

• Deliver a curriculum aligned with Te Whāriki.
• Contribute to planning and evaluation of learning programs responding to children's strengths and interests.
• Create inclusive, equitable learning opportunities that celebrate diversity.
• Document children's learning through profile books and e-portfolios as needed.

Skills

Communication

Planning

Organisation

Adaptability

Whānau engagement

Education

Early childhood teaching qualification (NZ_Teaching_Council_recognised)

Practising Certificate (NZ_Teaching_Council)

Job description

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About the role

Do you have the commitment and passion to be part of our professional team as they work to improve education outcomes for Pasifika learners? If so, then we need you to ensure our team continues to provide high-quality care in a nurturing environment reflecting Pasifika values, languages and culture.
Key responsibilities

• Deliver a curriculum aligned with Te Whāriki
• Contribute to planning and evaluation of learning programs that respond to children's strengths and interests
• Create inclusive, equitable learning opportunities that celebrate diversity
• Document children's learning through profile books and e-portfolios as needed

Qualifications and experience

• Early childhood teaching qualification recognised by the Teaching Council of Aotearoa, New Zealand (required)
• Current Teaching Council of Aotearoa, New Zealand Practising Certificate (required)
• Experience working as a teacher in an early childhood education team setting
• Knowledge of Pasifika languages, cultural diversity and familiarity with Tapasa (desirable)
• Ability to use initiative and adapt to new environments quickly
• Commitment to quality practice and the principles of Te Whāriki
• Excellent communication, planning and organisation skills
• Enthusiasm for making a difference in children's early years
• Strong desire to build connections with whānau and families

Barnardos Aotearoa is a children’scharityworking withtamarikiand whānau to ensure every child in Aotearoahas the opportunity tothrive, no matter their circumstances. Our unique combination of social services, early learning, careservicesand counselling helplineprovidesthe broadest range of childandwhānau-centred services inAotearoa.
Each year, we work with more than 30,000tamariki,rangatahiand whānau across the country.

Join us in shaping the future of Aotearoa's tamariki – apply your qualifications and experience in meaningful, varied contexts!

We will commence interviews as applications are received.