Teacher 1FTE

Reid Park Kindergarten; Otago; On-site; NZD 55,000 - 65,000; Full time

Job summary

Reid Park Kindergarten in Mosgiel, Dunedin, opened in 1967 and offers a 'kindergarten day' 8:30am–2:30pm, nestled in a sunny residential area with a diverse community.

This role requires a Certificated teacher who will build strong partnerships with families and whānau, work as part of a collaborative team, and promote inclusive, active learning.

The programme emphasises outdoor play, ethical standards, and the Dunedin Kindergartens Code, with a commitment to a positive kindergarten profile.

Qualifications

• Builds respectful and professional partnerships with families, whānau, the committee as well as the community where children remain at the heart of everything you do.
• Enthusiastic and motivated, who works well as part of a team, shares knowledge and skills.
• Sense of humour and team collegiality.
• Empathetic and caring, who promotes inclusive practices to support the needs and abilities of all learners.
• Competent with assessment for learning and contributes to internal evaluation.
• Values the importance of outdoor play.
• Embraces change and keen to promote a positive kindergarten profile.

Responsibilities

• Builds respectful and professional partnerships with families, whānau, the committee as well as the community where children remain at the heart of everything you do.
• Enthusiastic and motivated, who works well as part of a team, shares knowledge and skills.
• Sense of humour and team collegiality.
• Empathetic and caring, who promotes inclusive practices to support the needs and abilities of all learners.
• Competent with assessment for learning and contributes to internal evaluation.
• Values the importance of outdoor play.

Skills

Teamwork

Empathy

Inclusive practice

Assessment for learning

Education

Certificated teacher

Job description

Early learning / kōhanga reo, Certificated teacher

Belonging / Mana Whenua, Contribution / Mana Tangata, Communication / Mana Reo, Exploration / Mana Aotūroa, Well-being / Mana Atua

Reid Park Kindergarten was opened in 1967 and is nestled in the sunny residential area on the west side of Mosgiel. There is a wide range of socio-economic structures within the families living in this area. The partnership between teachers, family/caregivers and the community underpin the entire programme.

Reid Park offers a ‘kindergarten day’ programme: Monday to Friday from 8:30am until 2:30pm.

Our code, our standards

The Code sets out the high standards for ethical behaviour that are expected of every teacher; the Standards describe the expectations of effective teaching practice. On appointment as a teacher within Dunedin Kindergartens there is an expectation that you will always adhere to the values within the Code and meet the Standards for the Teaching Profession.

Specific requirements

• Builds respectful and professional partnerships with families, whānau, the committee as well as the community where children remain at the heart of everything you do.


• Enthusiastic and motivated, who works well as part of a team, shares knowledge and skills.


• Sense of humour and team collegiality.


• Empathetic and caring, who promotes inclusive practices to support the needs and abilities of all learners.


• Competent with assessment for learning and contributes to internal evaluation.


• Values the importance of outdoor play.


• Embraces change and keen to promote a positive kindergarten profile.

Type: Free Kindergarten

Maximum licenced places: 45

Physical address: 63 Murray Street, Mosgiel

Postal Address: Saint Clair, Dunedin 9012