ECE Qualified Teacher (BestStart Kensington)
Are you ready to aspire to new heights in your teaching career? Are you passionate about challenging young minds and creating meaningful learning experiences? We are actively seeking a dedicated and enthusiastic ECE teacher to join our innovative, multicultural team.
About the Role:
We are looking for a teacher who:
- Aspires to grow in their career and take on new challenges
- Has a strong passion for child-led, emergent curriculum approaches and supports a rich, engaging learning environment
- Thrives in a multicultural setting, valuing diversity and inclusion
- Can document and extend learning experiences, supporting the local curriculum and nurturing meaningful connections with tamariki and their whānau
This is a fixed-term position 25-30 hours per week, Monday-Friday, from 7/4/25 - 22/8/25
What You Need:
- B.Ed/Dip Teaching Level 7 (ECE) and a current teacher registration/certification
- A solid understanding of child-led curriculum, planning, and extending children's learning
- A strong commitment to Te Tiriti o Waitangi and culturally responsive teaching practices
- A passion for delivering high-quality education and care
- A thorough understanding of ECE regulations, Te Whāriki, and compliance
Perks & Benefits:
At BestStart, we recognise and reward our teachers:
- Full Pay Parity – because your dedication deserves to be valued
- Leadership and career progression support – we help you take that next step
- Whare Ako – our online learning platform to fuel your growth
Health & Wellbeing Benefits, including:
- Subsidised health insurance with Southern Cross
- Free annual flu vaccinations
- Confidential counselling services (EAP)
- Wellbeing programmes
- Additional leave – including sick days from day one and an extra week’s leave for 10 years of service
- Refer a Qualified Teacher and receive $2,000
Join Us Today!
At BestStart, we’re not just educators—we’re leaders in early childhood education, shaping the future one child at a time. If you’re ready to aspire, challenge, and inspire, apply now! We can’t wait to welcome you to BestStart Kensington Crossing.
