Qualified Teacher (Nursery) - Halswell Commons

The Stables Montessori; Christchurch; On-site; NZD 52,000 - 72,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Full pay parity

Professional development

Purpose-built facilities

Local ownership

Job summary

Halswell Commons is seeking a passionate nursery teacher to support children’s development in a nurturing setting and contribute to a vibrant local community in Canterbury, New Zealand.

You will engage with families and colleagues, deliver an age-appropriate Montessori-inspired curriculum, and maintain records. The role offers professional development and opportunities across our network of centres.

Qualifications

• Qualified ECE teacher or equivalent with passion for children.
• Experience with 0–2 age group preferred.
• Interest in Montessori philosophy is a plus.

Responsibilities

• Provide a safe, nurturing environment that supports each child’s well-being and development.
• Build positive relationships with children, whānau and colleagues.
• Deliver an engaging, age-appropriate curriculum that fosters a love of learning.
• Conduct developmental assessments and maintain accurate records.
• Collaborate with the team to plan enriching activities and experiences.
• Act as a person responsible for the centre, as directed.

Skills

Montessori approach

Child development

Communication skills

Education

ECE teaching qualification

Job description

We’re looking for a passionate and dedicated nursery teacher to join our team at Halswell Commons. If you’re committed to supporting children’s development in a nurturing environment and enjoy being part of a vibrant local community, we’d love to hear from you.

Why join us?

• Full Pay Parity remuneration scheme
• Professional development and career progression opportunities
• Purpose-built facilities designed for children and staff
• Locally owned and operated, with hands-on support from our directors and management team
• Exciting future growth across our network of custom-built centres, offering long-term opportunities

Your responsibilities

• Provide a safe, nurturing environment that supports each child’s well-being and development.
• Build positive relationships with children, whānau and colleagues.
• Deliver an engaging, age-appropriate curriculum that fosters a love of learning.
• Conduct developmental assessments and maintain accurate records.
• Collaborate with the team to plan enriching activities and experiences.
• Act as a person responsible for the centre, as directed.

What we’re looking for

• Experienced ECE applicants, preferably qualified teachers, although candidates with the right experience and passion will be considered.
• A genuine interest in working with children aged 0-2 years.
• Strong communication and interpersonal skills.
• A commitment to creating a positive, nurturing learning environment, with flexibility to work across all preschool age groups.
• An interest in, or experience with, the Montessori philosophy of education.
• Availability to work a Monday to Friday roster, 35-40 hours per week.
• The legal right to work in New Zealand. Visa sponsorship is not currently available to offshore applicants.

Ready to make a difference in the lives of children? We'd love to hear from you.

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