Registered Teacher - Educare Okara
Educare
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Description
Are you passionate about making a difference in the lives of tamariki? Then come join Our Team at Educare Okara.
About Us - Mo Matou: Educare Okara is located at the end of a quiet street in the heart of Whangarei. This home away from home has beautiful open spaces which provide the perfect environment for our tamariki to learn, laugh, play while nurturing their own personal interests. From imaginative indoor play to exploring and connecting with the natural environment outdoors, our tamariki are encouraged to learn through curiosity and fun. We embrace the rich natural resources of Northland, making every day a chance for discovery and adventure.
We have built strong relationships with local schools in Morningside and Otaika which create the foundation of our transition to school programmes to support our tamariki taking their next step in their journey.
We strongly value whakawhanaungatanga in the community and with our whanau and are proud of our meaningful relationships between kaiako, tamariki and whanau.
About the Role - Mo te Turanga: We’re looking for someone who is passionate about caring for and inspiring young tamariki. Your days will be filled with routines, storytelling and creativity.
- Full-Time role (40 hours) working between the centre opening hours of 7.30 am- 5.30 pm Monday to Friday on an 8 hour shift roster
- Permanent role
- Pay rate is determined by experience and qualifications- Full Pay Parity scale
EDUCARE BENEFITS: Educare Pays Full Parity 50% off Childcare for your children at an Educare centre Ongoing access to professional development Emerging Leaders program to support leadership and growth Wellbeing toolkit to support our Kaiako Payment support for Teacher Certification and First Aid Branded shirts and jackets provided
What You’ll Bring – Etahi Ahuatanga E Hiahia Ana Matou
- Just recently completed their degree or is awaiting their Practising Certificate OR a kaiako who brings some experience with them
- Wants to work in a fun, collaborative, and supportive environment that nurtures your unique strengths and encourages professional growth.
- Has a genuine drive to provide high-quality care and education, helping our tamariki develop confidence, curiosity, and a love of learning.
- Is a strong advocate for tamariki, championing their voice, wellbeing, and learning every day.
- Can create a warm, inclusive, and engaging learning environment where every child feels valued and inspired.
- Values teamwork and strong professional relationships, actively contributing to a positive, respectful, and supportive workplace culture.
- Is eager to engage with families and the wider community, building meaningful connections that support each child’s growth and development.
- Holds a recognised Teaching ECE qualification and a current Practising Certificate that allows you to work as a Registered Teacher in a New Zealand ECE centre
You will be a strong advocate for our tamariki, who will be able uphold and support our commitment to the Treaty of Waitangi, Te Whariki, and the Educare vision of Learn, Laugh, Play.
It's important to us that our new teachers have a love for respectful practices, a strong ECE knowledge and passion for extending the learning of our tamariki. Respectful relationships are at the core of what we do, so we need a teacher who can develop strong connections between tamariki, whanau and our existing kaiako.
Join us - Tuhono mai Apply today and start your journey with us, helping tamariki Learn, Laugh, and Play every single day.
Click Apply Now! Please submit a CV and a cover letter explaining why you are interested in the role and joining Educare.
Application details
Apply online for this role or contact Charlotta Smith for more information.
Educare
Our organisation - Mo matou
With 27 Centres nationwide, we put emphasis on growing and supporting our own teams, providing staff with the tools and guidance to become successful in their role as well as being able to progress their career with us.
We believe in embracing the local whakapapa as our guiding curriculum. This is evident through our involvement with the community, our Te Tiriti based practice all while caring for our creative natural environment and ensuring that the tamariki are our priority.
Educare is an equal opportunities employer. We celebrate and value the individual identity of all of our team and we are committed to building an inclusive environment grounded in equity, diversity and respect. We build and nurture cultures of belonging where every member of our community feels affirmed and empowered to contribute their unique perspectives and experiences.
Providing excellent care and education for tamariki in their early years is our priority, and we do so to encourage tamariki to develop meaningful foundation life skills while they are in our care. Learn Laugh and Play is who we are and is our founding statement; and we look forward to continuing this important kaupapa with our Educare teams now and into the future.
To learn more about us, visit educare.co.nz
