New Shoots Children's Centre's
Qualified Infant Kaiako
- Posted Today
- On Site
- Full Time
Location
Tauranga
Job Description
With one of our teachers heading off on Maternity leave we are now looking for a nurturing infant kaiako to join our team. This is a role for a qualified and registered infants teacher. If you looking for a centre that has created a sense of belonging for all, a centre where professional development for all staff is promoted and delivered consistantly and a centre that takes pride in their intentional practices and environment, then this is the centre for you.
New Shoots Tauranga have a team of authentic, genuine and committed teachers that truly make every single child and their family feel special and an extension of the New Shoots whānau. Children are respected and their individual and unique personalities are nurtured. We are influenced but the RIE, Pikler and Gardner philosophies so if you have experience in these or it simply aligns with your own philosophy, you will be a great fit in our centre.
We are looking for a qualified teacher who is:
- Confident in their teaching practices
- Fully qualified with NZ teaching registration
- Someone that knows the importance of routines and rituals for our infants
- An excellent team player and communicator
- Experienced working with infants and has pride in their respectful practice
- Passionate about creating learning experiences and can write beautiful learning stories to articulate that learning.
- Amazing in building genuine and strong relationships with children and families
Walking into our spacious building is like entering an oasis – delicious smells waft in from the kitchen and calming classrooms are filled with sustainable resources to create a homely feel that puts children at ease.
Send your CV and Cover letter to Pip Phillips at recruitment@newshoots.co.nz - Click on apply to send your CV now. For more information, please visit www.newshoots.co.nz
Hard Skills Required
- NZ Teaching Registration & Early Childhood Qualification
- Knowledge of RIE, Pikler, and Gardner Philosophies
- Curriculum & Learning Story Documentation
- Infant Care & Development Expertise
- Health & Safety Compliance
Soft Skills Required
- Empathy
- Communication
- Patience
- Teamwork
- Observational
Benefits and Perks
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🧕Inclusive Workspace
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❤Care and Appreciation
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👶Childcare Support
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💯Employee Mentoring Program
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🧠Mental Health Workshops
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💚Counselling Services
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💪Physical Health Workshops
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🌿Wellness Program
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📈Professional Development
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🛂Visa Sponsorship
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🏎Competitive Salary
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🎉Employee Discounts and Rewards
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🅿Free Parking
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🎖Long Service Rewards
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📣Referral Bonuses
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⛑Uniform Provided
Job Schedule
- Shift Work