Under 2s Kaiako

Fountain City Montessori Tawa Street; Waikato; Vor Ort; NZD 52.000 - 64.000; Vollzeit

Benefits dieser Stelle

Full pay parity

Childcare discount

Free staff parking

Supportive culture

Zusammenfassung

Fountain City Montessori in New Zealand’s Waikato region is seeking a qualified and registered ECE Teacher to join our vibrant under-2s space. We value respectful practice, child-led discovery, and Montessori philosophy, with ongoing mentorship and Montessori training provided.

You will have an ECE qualification, NZ Teaching Council Practising Certificate, and at least 2 years of NZ ECE experience; experience with under-2s is preferred.

Qualifikationen

• Current Practising Certificate with the Teaching Council of Aotearoa New Zealand.
• Minimum of 2 years teaching in a NZ ECE setting; under-2s experience preferred.
• Commitment to respectful practice and fostering independence through Montessori methods.

Kenntnisse

ECE Qualification

NZ Registration

Montessori philosophy

Teamwork

Growth mindset

Ausbildung

ECE Qualification

NZ Teaching Council Practising Certificate

Jobbeschreibung

Full time, Permanent

At Fountain City Montessori , we nurture young minds through the principles of Montessori education. Our classrooms are calm, purposeful spaces where tamariki develop independence through hands-on exploration, sensorial experimentation, and everyday practical life activities. We follow the lead of each child, guiding their natural curiosity in whatever direction their interests take them.

We are seeking aqualified and registered ECE Teacherwith a heart for our youngest learners to join our vibrant under-2s space. While prior Montessori experience is a bonus, what matters most to us is your teaching philosophy, your commitment to respectful practice, and your willingness to learn. We provide Montessori training, ongoing mentorship, and a warm, collaborative team culture.

What we offer

• Full Pay Parity Rates
• Childcare Support: F ee discountfor your own child/ren.
• Convenience:Free, hassle-free staff parking on-site.
• A Culture of Support:A welcoming environment where making safe mistakes is part of learning—for both children and teachers!

Key requirements

• ECE Qualification & NZ Registration:Current Practising Certificate with the Teaching Council of Aotearoa New Zealand.
• NZ Experience:A minimum of 2 years teaching in a New Zealand ECE setting (experience in a busy under-2s environment is preferred).
• Aligned Values:A genuine passion for fostering independence, respecting others and the environment, and facilitating child-led discovery.
• Growth Mindset:Enthusiasm to study, adopt, and apply Montessori methods in daily classroom life.
• Teamwork:A strong collaborative work ethic and positive communication skills.

Work eligibility

Fountain City Montessori is not an Accredited Employer with Immigration New Zealand. We can only accept applications from NZ Citizens, Permanent Residents, or holders of a valid Open Work Visa with legal working rights in New Zealand.

Ready to make a difference?

If you are ready to empower tamariki to learn, experiment, and grow in an environment that values your professional journey, we would love to hear from you!