Unqualified Teacher (Preschool)

Bear Park Limited; Henderson-Massey; On-site; NZD 42,000 - 54,000; Full time

Job summary

Bear Park Henderson is seeking an unqualified teacher to join our early learning team, working with 2-3 or 4-5 year olds.

We value each child as a unique learner and support development through our environment-as-the-third-teacher philosophy, inspired by Reggio Emilia. You'll be part of a collaborative Centre with dedicated mentoring and planning time.

Applicants must have NZ working rights. We offer a supportive, teacher-owned setting with modern facilities and strong community connections.

Qualifications

• Experience with early childhood education is beneficial
• Strong communication and teamwork
• Willingness to learn and adapt to Reggio Emilia-inspired practice

Responsibilities

• Support and guide 2-3 and 4-5 year olds in a nurturing environment
• Contribute to programme planning and classroom activities
• Collaborate with Centre Directors and Pedagogical Leaders to implement reflective practice

Job description

The Role:

Due to an increase in occupancy, we are looking for an unqualified teacher to join us working with either our 2-3 or 4-5 year olds at Bear Park Henderson.

We believe all children are unique individuals and our role as educators is to support and provide them with the tools for their learning journey throughout life. We aim to encourage within our children a sense of respect for ourselves, others, and our environment. We believe strongly in the role the environment plays as the third teacher and so incorporate it actively into our resources and learning experiences in line with the Reggio Emilia philosophy.

Located in a modern, user-friendly building – with five dedicated classrooms catering for all ages and stages of our tamariki – Bear Park Henderson offers the community the chance to be part of something special.

We provide 3 hours dedicated programme planning per week for each of our teaching teams and are widely known as a place where teachers and students can embrace individual learning opportunities, show their creativity and be guaranteed regular support from both our Centre Directors and greatly experienced pedagogical team.

Working alongside a passionate teaching team, a Centre Director, and a Pedagogical Mentor, you will have ample opportunity to extend your own professional knowledge and practice within a strongly Reggio inspired setting.

Why Bear Park?

Bear Park is the premier early learning provider in New Zealand, with over 39 years of industry experience.

We are proud to be owned and operated by qualified teachers and offer a wide range of opportunities for our kaiako:

• Strong individual support from our experienced Pedagogical Leaders
• Large learning environments with high-quality resources and generous ratios
• Accessible leaders
• Ongoing career opportunities
  

At Bear Park we strive to be innovative and support our children to develop their working theories through an inquiry based learning approach. Our teaching philosophy is based on Te Whaariki; as well as the influence of Reggio Emilia.

What Next?

At Bear Park we are Inspiring Lifelong Learners. Our philosophy is proven, our vision is inspired and our children are changing the world. Join us today and be part of the change.

Applicants must hold New Zealand working rights to be considered for this position.