Toddlers teacher – Karori

Kindercare Learning Centre Karori; Wellington; On-site; NZD 60,000 - 80,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading early childhood education centre in Wellington is seeking a passionate Toddlers teacher to nurture tamariki aged 2 to 3 years old. This full-time, permanent position requires an ECE qualified and registered teacher who is enthusiastic about the local curriculum and building strong relationships with parents. Enjoy benefits like pay parity, sick leave, and childcare discounts in a supportive, inclusive environment.

Benefits

Full pay parity

10 days' sick leave

Fully funded teacher registration

Mental health and wellbeing hub

Focused leadership development

50% childcare fee discount

Qualifications

• ECE qualified and registered teacher with a current NZ provisional or full practising certificate.
• NZ residency or valid NZ work visa required.

Responsibilities

• Nurture young minds and build meaningful relationships with whānau.
• Create a safe, loving, and inspiring learning space for tamariki.

Skills

Enthusiasm for local curriculum

Building partnerships with parents

Delivering fun-filled learning experiences

Respectful care practices

Understanding developmental and emotional needs of toddlers

Education

NZ provisional or full practising certificate

ECE qualification nearing completion

Job description

Toddlers teacher – Karori

Full time, Permanent

Early learning / kōhanga reo, Certificated teacher

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

Are you a passionate kaiako who finds joy in the curious, energetic world of tamariki aged 2 to 3-years-old? At our centre, we believe in creating a space where tamariki feel safe, loved, and inspired to learn through play. If you’re ready to nurture young minds and build meaningful relationships with whānau, we’d love to welcome you into our team.

What we offer:

• Full pay parity
• 10 days' sick leave from your first day (T&Cs apply)
• Fully funded teacher registration
• Mental health and wellbeing hub, plus EAP support
• Focused leadership development
• 50% childcare fee discount for your child.

The position:

• Permanent, full-time (40 hours/week)
• ECE qualified and registered teacher with a current NZ provisional or full practising certificate – or nearing completion of your ECE qualification
• NZ residency or valid NZ work visa required.

About you:

You’re a kaiako who:

• Brings enthusiasm for the local curriculum
• Builds strong partnerships with parents and whānau
• Delivers fun-filled learning experiences
• Practices respectful care as a core teaching value
• Understands the developmental and emotional needs of toddlers.

If this sounds like you, apply now and become part of a supportive, inclusive team committed to keeping tamariki safe, loved, and learning.

Please send your CV, and direct enquiries to:

Type: Education & Care Service
Maximum licenced places: 100

Physical address:
31 Curtis Street, Karori, Wellington

Postal Address:
Pinehill, Auckland 0632