Reggio Emilia–Inspired ECE Teacher (NZ)

Tiny Voices Herne Bay; Auckland; On-site; NZD 42,000 - 55,000; Full time

Job summary

Tiny Voices Herne Bay in Auckland is seeking an experienced ECE educator to join our welcoming early learning community for children aged 2–5 years. We value relationships, curiosity, and children's agency, inspired by Reggio Emilia.

Applicants must have NZ residency and experience in NZ centres; the role emphasises play-based learning, documenting children's learning, and collaborative teamwork in a nurturing environment.

Qualifications

• Have experience working in New Zealand early childhood centres.
• Have a good understanding of Te Whāriki.
• Build warm, respectful relationships with children, whānau, and colleagues.
• Value children's agency, curiosity, and creativity.
• Enjoy supporting and documenting children's learning through play and exploration.
• Are enthusiastic, reflective, and enjoy working collaboratively as part of a team.
• Experience with the Reggio Emilia approach would be highly valued.
• This is an unregistered teacher position; applicants must have NZ residency.

Responsibilities

• Support and document children's learning through play and exploration.
• Collaborate with the team to plan and implement meaningful learning moments.
• Engage with whānau to share progress and celebrate children's growth.

Skills

NZ early childhood centres

Te Whāriki knowledge

Relationship building

Child-led learning

Play-based documentation

Team collaboration

Reggio Emilia exposure valued

Job description

Tiny Voices Herne Bay in Auckland is seeking an experienced ECE educator to join our welcoming early learning community for children aged 2–5 years. We value relationships, curiosity, and children's agency, inspired by Reggio Emilia.

Applicants must have NZ residency and experience in NZ centres; the role emphasises play-based learning, documenting children's learning, and collaborative teamwork in a nurturing environment.