Qualified ECE Teacher - Under 2's

Little Thinkers Private Kindergarten; Waikato; On-site; NZD 52,000 - 64,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Friendly, supportive team

Ongoing professional learning

Well-resourced learning environment

Contributions valued at work

Job summary

Little Thinkers Private Kindergarten Waikato is seeking a passionate and qualified ECE teacher to join our Under 2s team. You will nurture early learning in a warm, floor-based setting, following children's interests and supporting tamariki and whānau.

Ideally 5 days per week, 7.30am–5.30pm; we value collaboration, ongoing professional learning, and a welcoming team culture. Applicants must have the legal right to work in New Zealand and be registered ECE teachers.

Qualifications

• Must be a qualified and registered ECE teacher.
• Experience with infants and toddlers is preferred.
• Knowledge of Te Whāriki is expected.
• Committed to respectful, responsive relationships with tamariki and whānau.
• Willingness to learn and grow professionally.

Responsibilities

• Provide high-quality ECE education for under-2s.
• Create nurturing learning environments and follow children's interests.
• Collaborate with a supportive team.

Skills

ECE teaching

Infants & toddlers

Te Whāriki knowledge

Team collaboration

Education

ECE teacher registration

Early childhood education qualification

Job description

Little Thinkers Private Kindergarten Waikato

Qualified ECE Teacher - Under 2's

Full time, Permanent

We’re looking for a passionate and enthusiastic qualified ECE teacher to join our Under 2s team at Little Thinkers!

We’re seeking a warm, caring and motivated kaiako who understands the importance of these early years. Someone who enjoys getting down on the floor, following children’s interests, celebrating their achievements and creating a nurturing environment where our youngest tamariki can thrive.

We’d love someone who:

• Is a qualified and registered ECE teacher.
• Has a genuine passion for working with infants and toddlers.
• Values respectful, responsive relationships with tamariki and whānau.
• Brings positivity, initiative and a sense of humour.*Enjoys being part of a supportive, collaborative team.
• Has a sound understanding of Te Whāriki.
• Is enthusiastic about learning and growing professionally.

Why Little Thinkers?

We pride ourselves on our welcoming environment, supportive team culture and commitment to quality early childhood education.

We offer

• A friendly, supportive and welcoming team.
• Ongoing professional learning and development.
• A well-resourced learning environment.
• A workplace where your ideas and contributions are valued.

The position

Ideally, we’re looking for someone to join us 5 days per week, within our opening hours of 7.30am–5.30pm. However, we’re flexible and would consider 4–5 days for the right person!

Applicants must have the legal right to work in New Zealand. We are not an accredited employer and cannot support visa applications.

If you’re passionate about little people, big learning and being part of a great team, we’d love to hear from you!

Come and grow with us at Little Thinkers!