Start-Up ECE Kaiako in Wanaka: Te Whāriki Leader

BestStart Three Parks; Otago; On-site; NZD 70,000 - 90,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Full Pay Parity

Mentoring and induction programme

Learning and development through Whare

Discounted childcare

Fully funded Teacher Certification

Subsidised health insurance

Sick leave from your first day

Wellbeing support and EAP services

Job summary

BestStart Three Parks in Wanaka is opening a brand-new early learning centre in 2027 and is seeking a passionate Qualified Teacher to join our start-up team. You’ll influence learning environments, guide tamariki through Te Whāriki, and help shape our centre culture from day one.

This full-time role (40 hours per week, Monday to Friday) welcomes a current Teacher Certification and a BEd or Diploma in Teaching (ECE).

Qualifications

• Qualified Teacher with current Teacher Certification.
• Passion for Te Whāriki and creating meaningful learning experiences.
• Ability to contribute to a start-up team in a new centre.

Responsibilities

• Shape centre culture, learning environments and philosophy from day one.
• Collaborate with staff to deliver high-quality learning for tamariki in both under 2s and over 2s spaces.

Skills

Collaborative

Adaptable

Team player

Education

BEd/Dip Teaching Level 7 (ECE)

Job description

BestStart Three Parks in Wanaka is opening a brand-new early learning centre in 2027 and is seeking a passionate Qualified Teacher to join our start-up team. You’ll influence learning environments, guide tamariki through Te Whāriki, and help shape our centre culture from day one.

This full-time role (40 hours per week, Monday to Friday) welcomes a current Teacher Certification and a BEd or Diploma in Teaching (ECE).