The Role:
Bear Park Herne Bay, based on Shelly Beach Road, is in a character filled, homely bungalow, with a modern, purpose-built extension. The extension was designed to allow natural light to spill into the interior, creating learning spaces that are connected, inviting and well-equipped.
We are looking for a teacher to join us as our Atelierista on a part time basis, 4 days per week. There may be some flexibility in hours for the right candidate. This is a fabulous position for a teacher with a background in science, technology, fine arts, visual arts or other creative outlet.
An Atelierista brings a unique artistic expertise to our learning community by expanding and deepening the ideas of young children through the diversity of the materials they offer. Working closely in collaboration with the Centre Director, teachers, and children, the Atelierista provides the highest quality of experiences and expression.
As our Atelierista, your responsibilities would include:
- Support ongoing learning investigations and groups.
- Facilitate and sustain a system to introduce and explore a diverse array of expressive materials, introducing the potential and possibilities of these.
- Develop meaningful experiences with multiple languages including digital technologies, light, paint, clay, nature, recycled, movement and sound.
- Ability to document the processes and elevate the visibility of children’s ideas and theories.
- Inspire teachers through diverse perspectives.
Why Bear Park?
Bear Park is the premier early learning provider in New Zealand, with over 37 years of experience. Founded, owned and operated by teachers, Bear Park Mt Eden offers a wide range of unique benefits for our kaiako.
- Three hours dedicated group planning time per week
- Free on-site parking and easy access to trains and buses
- Additional non-contact time for your leadership responsibilities
- Centre Director who spends lot of her time on the floor working alongside the team
- Strong individual support from our experienced Pedagogical Leaders
- Large learning environments with high-quality resources and generous ratios
What Next?
At Bear Park we are Inspiring Lifelong Learners. Our philosophy is proven, our vision is inspired and our children are changing the world. Join us today and be part of the change.
To discuss this role further, or if you are looking for something else, please contact me directly on 021 199 3144 or email me at mailto:nicky@bearpark.co.nz.
