Waitaki, Otago

Full time

Permanent

Description

• Handy to shops, cafes, schools, gym and other amenities.
• Coastal location on the beautiful South Island.
• Close to skiing, cycling and boating activities.
• Paid teaching registration and first aid.
• Discounted childcare for your tamariki.
• Extended Pay Parity- we’ve opted in!

Here at Little Wonders Oamaru, we’re passionate about meeting the childcare needs of our community. We have great facilities, a well-considered curriculum, and experienced teachers who love what they do. We're currently looking for an exceptional ECE Certificated Team Leader to join us in our Under-3 rooms! 

The perfect new member of our team will take pride in contributing to the centre culture, where all children develop the freedom to express their unique individuality and learn through child-led play and discovery. If you're a diverse thinker who's passionate about children, this is the opportunity for you!

Our spacious, purpose-built centre, inspired by Reggio Emilia, is beautifully set out and equipped with resources to inspire children's learning and give them the freedom to fly. We’re extremely proud of our Trent Street Wilderness Garden- a one-of-a-kind space that teaches our tamariki to work as part of a team, and care for the world around them. This includes caring for our centre’s resident fish, turtle and guinea pigs!

Here at Little Wonders, we encourage continuous growth and ongoing learning for all our tamariki and whanau through the sharing of knowledge, stories, and wisdom, so they can engage respectfully with Papatuanuku & the wider world. Our centre is an inclusive, welcoming environment, where diversity and respect are reflected in our practice and children are nurtured & encouraged to develop to their full potential. If you’re inspired by our philosophy, and want to take on a new, exciting leadership role, apply today! 

Our offer to you:

• A wonderful team to work with.
• A well-resourced centre to cater to your imagination and teaching.
• Competitive salary and a well-balanced lifestyle.
• Professional Development and an established career path.
• An opportunity to join the Evolve network of ECE professionals.
• A half-day of birthday leave.
• Sufficient non-contact hours to ensure effective program planning, documentation and reflection.

What we're looking for in you:

• You are ECE Qualified and hold current or Provisional Teaching Registration.
• You are passionate, caring, and committed to education, and the best learning outcomes for tamariki.

For any questions or an informal discussion, email mailto:[email protected]