Qualified ECE Teacher

Barnardos Hornby Pasifika Early Learning Centre; Christchurch; On-site; NZD 60,000 - 80,000; Full time

Job summary

Barnardos Hornby Pasifika Early Learning Centre in Christchurch, NZ, invites a dedicated ECE teacher to join our professional team. You will deliver a Pasifika-centered curriculum reflecting Pasifika values, language and culture, while fostering strong whānau involvement.

The role requires NZ Teaching Council registration and a commitment to Te Whāriki, with opportunities to work in a nurturing environment that supports diverse tamariki.

Qualifications

• Current Practising Certificate from the Teaching Council of Aotearoa NZ.
• Experience teaching in an early childhood education team.
• Knowledge of Pasifika languages and Tapasa is desirable.
• Ability to adapt to new environments and communicate effectively.
• Commitment to Te Whāriki and quality practice.

Responsibilities

• Deliver a Te Whāriki-aligned curriculum.
• Contribute to planning and evaluating learning programmes 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.

Skills

Communication skills

Planning & organisation

Whānau engagement

Team collaboration

Education

Early childhood teaching qualification recognised by the Teaching Council of Aotearoa NZ

Job description

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'scharityworkingwithtamarikiand 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.