Early Childhood Teacher

1 week ago


Christchurch, New Zealand UCSA Full time

**Early Childhood Teacher | Montana Early Learning Centre**

**Te Ropu Akonga o Te Whare Wananga o Waitaha |University of Canterbury Students’ Association**

Permanent, Full time, 40 hours per week

Te Ropu Akonga o Te Whare Wananga o Waitaha | University of Canterbury Students’ Association (UCSA) is a not-for-profit organisation with charity status. Montana Early Learning Centre, one of the UCSA’s two early learning centres, is licenced for 38 children and is well known for exceeding government required ratios, having a culture of kindness and respect, and being a home-away-from home for 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 pace.

This role involves working with children between 2 to 3.5 years old in the Toddler room. You'll work 8 hours a day between 8 a.m. to 5 p.m. Additionally, you'll attend paid team meetings once a month on Tuesday evenings.

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

- Passion for working with young children
- Positive and professional attitude
- Friendly and welcoming disposition
- Teaching qualifications and registration
- Strong knowledge of Te Whāriki 2017
- Strengths in planning and assessment
- Passion for quality care and building strong relationships
- Enthusiasm for ongoing Professional Development

If this sounds like you, we would love to hear from you

Benefits of working for Montana Early Learning Centre and UCSA:

- 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 closing date: Sunday, 9 February 2025



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