Waitaki, Otago

Full time

Contract

Are you looking for a centre full of aroha and warmth? Do you have a passion for working with children?

We are on the lookout for an amazing Registered to join our team and inspire our young learners to reach their full potential! This is a fixed term position commencing at the beginning of October for 1 year, to cover for PPL. As a kaiako with us, you will have the incredible opportunity to inspire and empower tamariki, enriching their learning experiences and fostering their growth.

About us:

Oamaru Montessori is the newest purpose-built Montessori Nursery and preschool located in the beautiful Oamaru. We take pride in being the first and only Montessori Early Learning & Care Centre in Oamaru & North Otago. Our team is a powerhouse of talent, and our young learners bring joy every day. Our teachers have a genuine love for child-directed learning, a compassionate approach to teaching, and exhibit qualities of calm and patience.

Our ideal candidate will have:

• Huge reserves of enthusiasm and energy
• Competency in planning, curriculum and regular and emergent reviews
• A personality that builds and develops strong relationships with staff and parents/whanau
• An ECE or Primary teacher qualification and registration as an ECE teacher in New Zealand
• A nurturing, caring disposition, and passion for supporting young children to thrive
• The ability to build and maintain responsive relationships with children and their whanau
• Excellent communication skills

As a valued teacher, you can be assured of a great benefits package that includes:

• Full Pay Parity
• Discounted childcare
• First aid certification and annual flu vaccines
• Full reimbursement for teacher registration costs
• A monthly wellbeing budget and access to EAP services
• Comprehensive induction, mentoring and appraisal processes and ongoing opportunities for career growth and personal and professional development!
• A fantastic, fun, and supportive team who have established wonderful relationships with each other, our children and whanau!

If you are looking for a supportive whānau, look no further! Have a kōrero with us! Apply now -send in your cover letter and CV!

Please note: Applicants of this position should have NZ residency or a valid NZ work visa

We are an Accredited Employer