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Qualified teacher

BestStart Omahu Road • Waikato, New Zealand
28 days ago
Job description

Early learning / kōhanga reo, Certificated teacher

English, Health and physical education, Learning languages, Mathematics and statistics, Science, Social sciences, Technology, Te reo Māori, The arts, Belonging / Mana Whenua, Contribution / Mana Tangata, Communication / Mana Reo, Exploration / Mana Aotūroa, Well-being / Mana Atua

BestStart Omahu is seeking a passionate and dedicated qualified and Certificated Teacher to join our energetic and social team. This is a permanent opportunity, 30 hours per week, Monday–Friday.

About us

At BestStart Omahu Road, aroha and kindness are at the heart of everything we do. We focus on building strong and trusting relationships with our children and work with families and support children to be the best they can be and our warm, friendly and inviting spaces are designed to make everyone feel welcome and supported.

Our Kaiako are dedicated to creating a safe, inclusive, and child-led learning environment that reflects our local community. In our spacious outdoor area, tamariki are encouraged to explore, create, and let their imaginations flourish.

Why Choose BestStart?

At BestStart we are committed to being a progressive and adaptable leader in ECE. We’re proud to have opted into Full pay parity and to recognise our teachers for the positive difference they make every day.

We offer

  • A supportive teacher mentoring and induction programme
  • Ongoing professional development through Whare Ako online learning
  • Career pathways from new grad to leadership and specialist roles
  • A leadership programme for current and aspiring leaders
  • Discounted childcare
  • Fully funded Teacher Certification

Health and wellbeing benefits

  • Subsidised health insurance
  • Free annual flu vaccinations
  • Access to confidential counselling (EAP)
  • Sick leave available from day one
  • An extra week of leave for 10 years’ long service
  • We are looking for a teacher who is

  • Qualified with BEd / Dip Teaching Level 7 (ECE or Primary) and holds a current Teacher Certification
  • Passionate about child-led curriculum and extending tamariki learning
  • Knowledgeable of ECE regulations, Te Whāriki, and compliance
  • Committed to Te Tiriti o Waitangi in practice
  • Dedicated to delivering high-quality education and care
  • How to apply

    Please send your CV, and direct enquiries to :

  • Type : Education & Care Service
  • Maximum licenced places : 115
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