Qualified Teacher (BestStart Katikati)
BestStart Education
Listing Description
Description
Start Here. Grow Here.
BestStart Katikati is our place in the community! We value quality relationships - some of our team have been in the centre for over 10 years and have long-standing connections with families in the community. We celebrate these connections and use them as a stepping stone to creating an atmosphere of belonging for children and families. We are looking for a passionate, qualified teacher to join our team in a part-time, permanent position, working 37 hours per week.
Why work For BestStart?
- FULL Pay Parity!
- Subsidised health insurance
- Childcare Discounts
- Confidential counselling through EAP
- Leadership programmes for current and future leaders
- Multiple career pathways with wrap around support to help you grow your career, your way.
- Fully funded Teacher Certification
- Refer a Qualified Teacher and receive $2000*
- One-week additional leave for 10 years long service recognition
Role requirements:
We're looking for a passionate kaiako who shares our values and vision, who has a good understanding of programme planning and assessment as well as a drive and passion for growth. As well as:
- B Ed/Dip Teaching Level 7 (ECE or Primary) and current teacher registration/certification
- A strong understanding of programme planning, pedagogy and curriculum
- Good knowledge of the current ECE Regulations, Te Whariki and hold compliance in a high regard.
- Passion and commitment for teaching and learning with a focus on delivering quality.
Joining BestStart means joining a whanau. It is a place where innovation thrives and where we celebrate the wins - big and small! Help us provide the highest quality care and education for our tamariki, apply now!
Application details
Applications Close: 31/07/2026 Apply online for this role or contact BestStart Educare Limited for more information.
BestStart Education
At BestStart, we are at the forefront of early childhood education, dedicated to making a positive impact and passionate about our work. We offer exceptional early education and award-winning childcare services for infants, toddlers, and preschoolers.
Our primary goal isto deliver high-quality education to the children in our community, and we are actively engaged in groundbreaking research focused on children's oral language development and self-regulation, known as Kia Tīmata Pai. This research initiative involves approximately 1,600 BestStart preschoolers, highlighting our commitment to continuous improvement and innovation.
BestStart is committed to being a progressive and adaptable leader in the early childhood education sector. Our educators are highly valued for the transformative role they play in shaping children's lives. We are proud to announce that BestStart has implemented Full pay parity, underscoring our dedication to fairness and equity within our organisation.
At BestStart, we prioritise the support and growth of our teams through tailored professional development pathways. We believe in nurturing talent and empowering our employees to reach their full potential.
