Qualified Under 2s Teacher

Little Taki's Community Kindergarten; Southland; On-site; NZD 60,000 - 70,000; Part time

Job summary

Little Taki's Community Kindergarten in Nightcaps, New Zealand, is opening its doors in March 2027 and seeks a passionate, nurturing early childhood teacher to join our team in the under-2s/infants and toddlers room. You will help shape our learning environment, culture, and relationships with tamariki and whānau, bringing Te Whāriki knowledge, responsive caregiving, and play-based learning to life.

We offer a 30-hour week, two hours of non-contact time, professional growth opportunities, and a

Qualifications

• Holds a recognised ECE qualification and Teaching Council Practising Certificate.
• Experience with infants and toddlers.
• Knowledge of Te Whāriki and play-based learning.
• Commitment to responsive, nurturing caregiving.

Responsibilities

• Support infants and toddlers with play-based learning.
• Contribute to establishing a new community kindergarten.
• Collaborate with whānau and colleagues.
• Participate in staff meetings and professional development.

Skills

ECE teaching

Infant/toddler experience

Nurturing approach

Te Whāriki knowledge

Education

Recognised ECE qualification

Teaching Council Practising Certificate

Job description

Little Taki's Community Kindergarten is looking for a passionate, enthusiastic, and nurturingqualified early childhood teacherto join our teaching team in ourunder 2s/infants and toddlers room.

As we prepare to open our brand-new kindergarten in Nightcaps inMarch 2027(subject to licensing), this is an exciting opportunity to be part of something special from the very beginning and help shape our learning environment, culture, and relationships with our youngest tamariki and their whānau.

What we offer

• 30-hour working week (8.45am–3.15pm).
• 2 hours of non-contact time each week.
• Full Pay Parity Scheme.
• Fortnightly paid staff meetings (2 hours).
• Professional growth and development opportunities.
• A supportive, welcoming team and beautiful rural setting.
• Flexible working arrangements and job-share opportunities considered for the right applicants.

We're looking for someone who:

• Holds a recognised ECE qualification and current Teaching Council Practising Certificate.
• Has a genuine passion for working with infants and toddlers.
• Understands the importance of responsive, respectful and nurturing caregiving.
• Has a strong understanding of Te Whāriki and age-appropriate, play-based learning.
• Values building secure attachments and meaningful relationships with tamariki, whānau and colleagues.
• Is enthusiastic about helping establish a new community kindergarten.

Please note that Little Taki’s Community Kindergarten is not currently an accredited employer and is therefore unable to support work visa applications or sponsorship for overseas applicants.

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