ECE Teacher-in-Training (BestStart Mosgiel)
About us:
At BestStart, we’re leaders in the early childhood sector, we make a difference, and we love what we do. We provide high-quality early education and award-winning childcare for infants, toddlers, and preschoolers. BestStart Mosgiel is seeking a passionate and dedicated Teacher in Training to join our energetic and tight-knit team. Our focus is to provide quality education to the children in our community.
BestStart Mosgiel is housed in two cosy converted houses with an inviting, large playground with beautiful mature trees on the Taieri Plains in Mosgiel. We have a strong community presence and love to get out as often as we can on excursions. You will be joining a well-established team that has been together a long time.
Our centre philosophy is 'Respect Grows here', our passionate, friendly and caring teaching team use quality teaching and everyday activities to enable our community to grow respect for themselves, each other and their environment.
About the Role:
If you have a passion for teaching young children and are currently enrolled or looking at enrolling to study in a level 7 ECE programme (ECE Bachelor), we want to hear from you. We are looking for a 1st year Teacher in Training to join our team.
This is a permanent position working 30-35 hours per week.
You will be based in our Makamaka room, a space where children explore freely with a large sandpit, bike track and numerous climbing challenges. With primary and early childhood trained teachers, we provide a variety of early literacy and numeracy experiences for children at all stages of their development.
Why choose us?
Here at BestStart we are committed to being a progressive and adaptable leader in the ECE sector where our Teachers are recognised for the positive difference they make in children’s lives. We are pleased to announce that BestStart has opted into FULL pay parity!
Other benefits include:
- Paid study support for year 2 and 3 Teachers-in-Training*
- Refer a Qualified Teacher and receive $2000*
- Discounted childcare
- Online learning through Whare Ako our online learning platform. Access to tailored PLD opportunities to suit your passions and interests
- Want to learn something new? We will support you in taking your career to the next level
- We partner with you and encourage your ongoing career development- Multiple career pathways with wrap around support to help you grow your career, your way
Your health and wellbeing are our priority, we offer:
- Subsidised health insurance with Southern Cross*
- Free annual flu vaccinations
- Confidential counselling through EAP
- Wellbeing programme.
- Sick days available from the day you start
Role requirements:
Commit to making a difference in the lives of young learners with a team dedicated to excellence. We are looking for the following:
- Enrolment into a level 7 ECE Bachelor course
- Good understanding of child-led curriculum, planning and extending on our children's learning
- Demonstrate good knowledge of the current ECE Regulations, Te Whariki and hold compliance in a high regard
- A strong commitment to Te Tiriti o Waitangi through pedagogical practices
- Passion and commitment for teaching and learning with a focus on delivering quality
How to Apply: Click Apply now and be part of a team that embraces growth, collaboration, and the joy of teaching. We can't wait to welcome you to BestStart Mosgiel!
