Early Childhood Teacher Montana Elc

2 weeks ago


Christchurch, Canterbury, New Zealand UCSA Full time

Early Childhood Teacher


Montana Early Learning Centre, one of the UCSA's two early learning centres, is licenced for 38 children and is well known for having well beyond government required ratio, a culture of kindness and respect, a home away from home for all tamariki, whānau, teachers and all individuals within our learning community.

We strive to create a welcoming and friendly environment for everyone.

We pride ourselves in providing a learning space where children are safe and loved and can develop at their own paces.


With one teacher wishing to drop down hours we now have a part time opportunity for you, predominately rostered to cover staff breaks across all three rooms in the centre, three days a week.

The preferred working days and times are Tuesdays, Wednesdays and Thursday, 8 hours per day between 8am to 5pm. You will also be expected to attend paid team meetings, held monthly on a Tuesday evening.

Are you the very special person we are looking for to become part of our team? We are looking for someone with a:

  • Positive and professional attitude
  • Friendly and welcoming disposition
  • Passion for working with young children
  • Qualified and registered preferred
  • Strong knowledge of Te Whāriki 201
  • Strengths in planning and assessment
  • Passionate about quality care and strong relationships
  • Value ongoing Professional Development
If this sounds like you, we would love to hear from you

The UCSA
The University of Canterbury Students' Association Incorporated (UCSA) is a not-for-profit organisation with charity status. Fourteen elected student representatives govern the UCSA with the support and guidance of external advisors via an Advisory Board. Over 250 full time, part time and casual staff report through to the Chief Executive.

We offer many services to ensure that the university experience for students at UC is all that it can be.


Benefits of working for Montana Early Learning Centre:

  • Being a valued part of a dedicated and enthusiastic team
  • Paid lunch break
  • Excellent working environment
  • Free, confidential counselling available via Organisational Counselling Programme (OCP)
  • Discounted rates at the UC Rec Centre
  • Discounts on food and beverage at UCSA outlets on campus
  • Free flu vaccinations
  • Fresh fruit
  • Friday nights drinks at The Foundry


You must be a New Zealand Citizen or resident or otherwise be able to prove that you are legally entitled to work in New Zealand.

The terms and conditions, including base salary, for this position are in line with industry standards. Each person's base salary will be established by a salary assessment once a role is confirmed.

Application close: 25 February 2024

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