Qualified ECE Teacher — Play-Based Learning & Growth

Qjumpers; Waikato; On-site; NZD 55,000 - 75,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Teacher mentoring and induction

Online learning platform (Whare Ako)

Career development and leadership

Discounted childcare

Refer a Qualified Teacher $2000

Job summary

BestStart Richmond Kindy in Taupo, Waikato, seeks a qualified and certificated teacher to join our one-room kindy with tamariki aged 2-5. You will create engaging, play-based learning experiences, grow strong whānau partnerships, and support children's confidence and independence.

This permanent role is 40 hours per week, Monday to Friday, with a supportive team of seven teachers and opportunities for ongoing professional growth.

Qualifications

• Holds a Level 7 ECE or Primary teaching qualification and current teacher certification.
• Passionate about child-led, play-based learning.
• Builds positive relationships with tamariki, whānau and colleagues.

Responsibilities

• Create engaging, play-based learning experiences for 2–5-year-olds.
• Support children to develop confidence and independence.
• Foster strong partnerships with whānau and the local community.
• Collaborate with a team of seven teachers to deliver quality learning.

Skills

Play-based learning

Relationship building

Team collaboration

Education

Level 7 ECE or Primary teaching qualification

Current teacher certification

Job description

BestStart Richmond Kindy in Taupo, Waikato, seeks a qualified and certificated teacher to join our one-room kindy with tamariki aged 2-5. You will create engaging, play-based learning experiences, grow strong whānau partnerships, and support children's confidence and independence.

This permanent role is 40 hours per week, Monday to Friday, with a supportive team of seven teachers and opportunities for ongoing professional growth.