Teacher - ECE

Inspired Education Group; Auckland; Hybrid; NZD 55,000 - 75,000; Full time

Job summary

Inspired Education Group is seeking a qualified NZ-registered ECE teacher for our Earling Learning School in Karaka, Auckland. The role is permanent and full-time, with a focus on nurturing language development, social relationships, and a structured foundation for young learners.

The ideal candidate will be calm, respectful, motivated and a strong team player, able to adapt teaching practices based on observations and assessments. Professional development and mentoring are provided.

Qualifications

• NZ registered ECE teacher with relevant qualifications.
• BA or MBA preferred; teacher registration.
• Ability to work in a team and engage with parents and leadership.

Responsibilities

• Teach early childhood learning in a nurturing environment.
• Cater to varied learning needs and abilities of children.
• Develop strong relationships with children, colleagues and parents.
• Use play-based learning and support transition to school.
• Participate in wider school activities.
• Ensure children's welfare and safety at all times.

Skills

Planning & delivering ECE programs

Organisational skills

Communication

Digital documentation

Team collaboration

Education

NZ Teacher registration

BA/MBA

Job description

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Teacher - ECE

Location: Auckland, NZ

Date: 27 Aug 2026

Inspired Education is the leading global group of premium schools, with a portfolio of 125 premium private schools spanning 6 continents which utilise proven educational practices from every corner of the globe, ensuring over 95,000 students receive a world-class learning experience from Kindergarten to Year 13.

In 28 countries, Inspired schools are individually developed and anchored in the vibrant cultures of their respective locations. They collectively form an international family of schools that nurtures each student's academic and personal development in a progressive, dynamic, and innovative learning environment.

By joining our award-winning team of over 14,000 employees, you can work in state-of-the-art facilities alongside industry-renowned educators and leaders in some of the world's most desirable locations. We invest heavily in our team members who enjoy industry-leading professional development, exceptional career opportunities, and mobility across our group.

ROLE SUMMARY:

At our Earling Learning School in Karaka, Auckland, we welcome children from 3 months to 5 years. Our Early Learning School is a warm and inspiring childcare environment in which to learn, and ourpassionate and experienced childcare professionals understand the importance of creating a structured foundation to help our young learners develop into confident individuals.

Our teachers place an emphasis on nurturing language development and social relationships, with every child receiving the personalised support they need to thrive and prepare them for the next stage of their education.

We are looking for a qualified, NZ registered ECE teacher to join ACG Strathallan Early Learning School for a permanent, full-time position.
You will need to be calm, respectful, motivated, passionate and be able to work as part of the team. The School is well resourced and you will be provided with non-contact time, Professional Learning & Development and Teacher Registration Mentoring. You will be teaching in abeautiful environment and with an amazing team of teachers.

KEY RESPONSIBILITIES:

• Teach early childhood learning, ensuring you create an engaging learning environment.
• Cater to the varied learning needs and abilities of the children.
• Develop excellent relationships with children, colleagues, and parents.
• Play based learning environment with a focus on transition to school.
• Participate in wider school activities.
• Ensure children's welfare and safety in every moment.

THE IDEAL CANDIDATE WILL HAVE:

• Experience in planning and delivering early childhood educational programs.
• Strong organizational and time management skills.
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills for collaboration with parents, colleagues, and leadership.
• Ability to reflect, evaluate, and adapt teaching practices based on observations and assessments.
• Experience in using digital technology for documentation and parent communication.
• NZ Teacher registration with supporting teaching qualifications (BA and/or MBA).

PERSONAL ATTRIBUTES

• Passionate about early childhood education and fostering a love for learning.
• Creative, innovative, and inspiring in teaching approaches.
• Patient, empathetic, and nurturing in interactions with young learners.
• Highly organised with strong time management skills and attention to detail.
• Collaborative team player, working effectively with colleagues, parents, and the wider community.
• Adaptable, resilient, and flexible in response to challenges and change.

ADDITIONAL REQUIREMENTS

• Willingness to participate in meetings, training, and professional development.
• Adherence to appropriate dress code and safety requirements, including sun-safe policies.
• Commitment to maintaining a clean, organised, and resourceful learning environment.

SAFEGUARDING STATEMENT:

Inspired Education Group is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people and expects all staff, volunteers and other third parties to share this commitment. Safer recruitment practices and pre-employment background checks will be undertaken before any appointment is confirmed.