Kaiako/ece Teacher

Auckland, New Zealand
Full-time
UoA Department Name: Early Childhood Centres
Campus: Auckland City Campus
Contract Type: Permanent
Position Number: 55563077

**Company Description**

**Waipapa Taumata Rau | The University of Auckland**
The University of Auckland is New Zealand’s leading University. It employs over 5400 academic and professional staff to support over 41,000 students making us one of NZ’s largest employers. Accommodation provides a safe and supportive residential study environment for 4,300 students in 2021.

**Te Whiwhinga mahi | The opportunity**
Our vision is to be recognised nationally and internationally as “Centres of Excellence”, enabling optimum wellbeing and learning for infants, toddlers and young children.
**_Te Ako o te Tui_** is a newly purpose built, large Early Childhood Centre with exceptional facilities.
**We are on the lookout for an inspiring qualified teacher to join our** **Over Two’s room teaching staff.** Your role will be to use your positive energy to build relationships with the children, their parents, and the team to be able to facilitate and promote positive learning. If you are committed to best practice, know you can engage yourself and others and looking for change, this role might be the perfect opportunity for you
Our centre has 2 separate rooms and fantastic outdoor spaces - plenty of room for you to support and nurture our tamariki, so that they have fun, learn and thrive The teaching team and families of our centre bring about a gorgeous cultural diversity which we embrace and celebrate. We hope that you also value this, as it is what ties us to our wider community and grows strong bonds with our parents and centre whānau.
Our team have high-quality care and education, and sustained, respectful interactions at the heart of their practice. We offer competitive remuneration, a fantastic team to work with, and a place to grow.
**He kōrero mōu | About you**
- Be genuine, compassionate, and kind-hearted
- Be a team player
- Be proficient at writing quality learning stories, planning and other documentation
- Have great time management
- Have the ability to see things from multiple perspectives
- Value Te Ao Māori and it’s place in our centre
**Nga Pūkenga Motuhake | Important Skills**
- A NZ recognised qualification and registration
- At least 2 years of proven experience and skills
- High standards of written and spoken English
- NZ Residency or valid NZ work visa
- Ability to contribute to the professional reputation of the centre
- Demonstrate a passion for and commitment to quality teaching and learning
- Ability to work positively and proactively as a team member
- Ability to create a warm and welcoming environment for all children and parents/whanau
- Willingness to participate in a range of staff development activities
- Self-motivated, innovative, reflective and prepared to think beyond boundaries
**What we offer | Ngā āhuatanga kei a mātou**
The University is committed to providing an excellent working environment through:

- A competitive salary with five weeks’ annual leave
- Up to 6.75% company superannuation scheme
- First Aid Certificate paid
- Teaching Registration Fee paid
- Discounted fees for teacher’s children attending the centre
- Ongoing professional development workshops for all our teachers
For more information please visit Staff Benefits.
**Me pēhea te tuku tono | How to apply**
Applications must be submitted online, by the closing date of **15th March **to be considered. Please include your cover letter and your CV highlighting how you can meet the skills and experiences detailed above.

**Additional Information**

**_Covid-19 Vaccination_**:

- The University of Auckland is committed to protecting the health, safety and well-being of our staff and students. A_ll students, staff and visitors need to be fully vaccinated against Covid-19, or medically exempt, in order to come onto our campuses or to take part in face-to-face University-managed activities. Therefore, we are only able to consider applicants who are fully vaccinated against Covid-19 or have a New Zealand Ministry of Health issued medical exemption and evidence of this will be requested as part of your employment. You can read more about the University’s vaccination policy _here_._
**_Overseas Applicants_**:
**_Equity_**:
Location: Auckland,New Zealand, Auckland City, Auckland

**Job Types**: Full-time, Permanent