Teacher (Non-Certificated) Oamaru

• Handy to shops cafes schools gym and other amenities.
• Coastal location on the beautiful South Island.
• Half day birthday leave.
• Discounted childcare for your Tamariki.

Here at Little Wonders Oamaru we’re passionate about meeting the childcare needs of busy families. We have great facilities a well-considered curriculum and a team of qualified and experienced teachers who love what they do.

We believe our environment influenced by the Reggio Emilia philosophy empowers our akonga to feel protected calm safe and secure while fostering a platform for movement fun curiosity discovery risk taking and growth. We recognize the value of free play as ‘child’s work’ to embed the knowledge and skills for life and inspire a life-long love of learning. We aspire to enhance the mana of every child and their sense of themselves as an independent competent capable learner & communicator. 

We encourage continuous growth and ongoing learning for our kaimahi tamariki and whanau through the sharing of knowledge stories and wisdom so they can learn sustainable practices and engage respectfully with Papatuanuku & the wider world. We support participation in an inclusive welcoming environment where diversity individuality respect & resilience are empowered and reflected in our practice and learning community.

We offer special cultural events family gatherings and work closely with whanau. We would love to welcome someone with a passion for young children’s learning and the ability to plan exciting and engaging activities who is resilient has an open to learning mindset and fun to work alongside a strong long-standing team. 

We're currently looking for an exceptional non-certificated teacher to join our team!

Our offer to you:

• Permanent opportunity – 35 hours/week across all age ranges.
• A well-resourced centre to cater to your imagination and teaching.
• A wonderful team to work with – we are here to support your ECE journey!
• Professional Development and an established career path.
• An opportunity to join the Evolve network of ECE professionals.

What we're looking for in you:

• Passion for Early Childhood Education – always ready to bring your ECE teaching skills to the next level.
• Proven ECE working experience can be a bonus but as long as you are ready to learn.
• Flexible to work between centre opening (7:30am) and closing time (5:30pm).
• Fun-loving and committed to your professional practice.
• Demonstrated experience in an Early Childhood environment.
• Gentle patient and empathetic approach to guiding learners fostering a supportive learning environment.

Sounds like your next journey? Apply now and we are looking forward to connecting with you!