Qualified Teacher

Tiny Tots Preschool; Canterbury; On-site; NZD 52,000 - 68,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Paid teacher registration

First aid training provided

Planning time for documentation

Professional development opportunities

Discounted childcare

Job summary

Tiny Tots Preschool is seeking a qualified ECE teacher to join our warm, culturally rich centre. You will support tamariki across infants to preschool ages, delivering a bicultural curriculum grounded in Te Whāriki and strong whānau connections.

The role emphasizes planning, assessment, and reflective practice within a supportive team. We offer growth opportunities, mentoring, and ongoing professional development in a welcoming Canterbury setting.

Qualifications

• Qualified ECE teacher with current teacher registration.
• Experience working with young children across age groups.
• Excellent communication skills to build strong relationships with tamariki, whānau, and colleagues.
• Collaborative team player who contributes to planning, assessment, and reflective practice.
• Sound understanding of Te Whāriki and ability to deliver a bicultural curriculum.
• Growth mindset and commitment to ongoing professional learning.

Responsibilities

• Plan, assess, and reflect on learning with tamariki.
• Collaborate with colleagues to design age-appropriate activities.
• Contribute to planning, assessment, and reflective practice within a bicultural framework.

Skills

Teacher registration

ECE experience

Communication skills

Team collaboration

Te Whāriki understanding

Bicultural curriculum

Professional development

Education

Certificated ECE teaching qualification

Job description

Full time, Fixed term, Start Date: 21/09/2026, End Date: 21/09/2027 (Job Position)

Early learning / kōhanga reo, Certificated teacher
English, Te reo Māori, Belonging / Mana Whenua, Contribution / Mana Tangata, Communication / Mana Reo, Exploration / Mana Aotūroa, Well-being / Mana Atua

Are you a passionate and qualified ECE teacher looking to make a meaningful impact in a warm, culturally rich environment?Join our vibrant centre where tamariki fromdiverse backgrounds are nurtured in a space that celebrates identity, belonging, and growth.

Our thoughtfully designed centre provides dedicated spaces for infants, toddlers, and preschoolers, supporting age-appropriate learning and development. We areproud of our inclusive, bicultural approach and strong whānau connections.

What we’re looking for

• A qualified ECE teacher with current teacher registration.
• Experience working with young children across age groups.
• Excellent communication skills to build strong, respectful relationships with tamariki, whānau, and colleagues.
• A collaborative team player who contributes to planning, assessment, and reflective practice.
• A sound understanding of Te Whāriki and the ability to deliver a bicultural curriculum.
• A growth mindset and commitment to ongoing professional learning.

What we offer in return

• A close-knit, supportive team of passionate educators.
• Pay parity - we’ve opted in!
• Full coverage of teacher registration and paid first aid training.
• Weekly non-contact time for planning and documentation.
• Ongoing mentoring and professional development opportunities.
• Discounted childcare for your child.

If you’re ready to be part of a centre that values culture, connection, and continuous learning, we’d love to hearfrom you.