About the Role:
Are you a passionate and qualified early childhood educator ready to make a lasting impact on young learners? BestStart is thrilled to offer permanent opportunities for amazing teachers to join our Dunedin centres, including our Montessori centres, in 2025!
At BestStart, we are dedicated to creating a nurturing and inspiring environment where both children and teachers flourish. Join a team that values diversity, collaboration, and professional growth while fostering meaningful connections with tamariki and whānau.
We have permanent full-time positions available, working 40 hours per week, Monday–Friday. Whether your passion lies in working with under-2s or over-2s, we’ll match you with a role that aligns with your strengths.
Role requirements:
Bring your passion for teaching to a team committed to excellence. We're looking for educators with the following:
- B Ed/Dip Teaching Level 7 (ECE) and current teacher registration/certification
- Good understanding of child-led curriculum, planning and extending on our children's learning
- Demonstrate good knowledge of the current ECE Regulations, Te Whariki and hold compliance in a high regard
- A strong commitment to Te Tiriti o Waitangi through pedagogical practices
- Passion and commitment for teaching and learning with a focus on delivering quality
Why choose us?
Here at BestStart we are committed to being a progressive and adaptable leader in the ECE sector where our Teachers are recognised for the positive difference they make in children’s lives. We are delighted to have opted into Full Pay Parity!Other benefits include:
- A supportive teacher mentoring and induction programme
- Online learning through Whare Ako our online learning platform
- Want to learn something new? We will support you in taking your career to the next level
- Leadership programme for current and future leaders
- Refer a Qualified Teacher and receive $2000*
.Your health and wellbeing are our priority, we offer:
- Subsidised health insurance with Southern Cross*
- Free annual flu vaccinations
- Confidential counselling through EAP
- Wellbeing programme.
- Sick days available from the day you start
- One week additional leave for 10 years long service recognition
*Conditions apply
Click Apply Now to join BestStart in Dunedin and start your journey in 2025. Be part of a team that celebrates growth, collaboration, and the joy of teaching. We can't wait to welcome you to BestStart!
