Head Teacher (BestStart Taranaki)
BestStart Education
- New Plymouth, Taranaki
- Permanent
- Full-time
- Full Time
- Application Closes 29 May 2024
- Taranaki - New Plymouth
- Kindergarten Teacher
At BestStart, we're leaders in the early childhood sector, we make a difference, and we love what we do. We provide high-quality early education and award-winning childcare for infants, toddlers, and preschoolers. BestStart is seeking a passionate and dedicated Qualified and Registered Teacher to join our energetic and tight-knit team. Our focus is to provide quality education to the children in our community.About the Role:
We are searching for a talented Head Teacher who has a good understanding of programme planning and assessment as well as a drive and passion for growth to lead our team into the future. We provide a wonderfully supportive culture across the whole region, and we are involved within our local community.Join BestStart in Taranaki and be part of our beautiful learning environment, complete with a kiwi big backyard and a tranquil atmosphere. Here, children explore, learn, and develop an understanding of the world. We embrace teachers, children, families, and the community as if it were our home, nurturing everyone's strengths, and creating a sense of belonging and safety. Through this acceptance, our children gain the confidence to explore and discover the world.This is a full-time, permanent position, working 40 hours, Monday to FridayWhy work For BestStart?
Here at BestStart we are committed to being a progressive and responsive leader in the ECE sector where our teachers are recognised for the positive difference they make in children's lives. We offer a great benefits package to our people which includes:
- We are delighted to have opted into FULL Pay Parity!
- Subsidised health insurance- Free Flu vaccinations- Confidential counselling through EAP
- Leadership programmes for current and future leaders
- Multiple career pathways with wrap around support to help you grow your career, your way.
- Fully funded Teacher Certification
- Refer a Qualified Teacher and receive $2000*
- One-week additional leave for 10 years long service recognition
We're looking for a natural leader who shares our values and vision who has a good understanding of programme planning and assessment as well as a drive and passion for growth. As well as:
- B Ed/Dip Teaching Level 7 (ECE or Primary) and current FULL teacher registration/certification
- A strong understanding of programme planning, pedagogy and curriculum
- Good knowledge of the current ECE Regulations, Te Whariki and hold compliance in a high regard.
- Passion and commitment for teaching and learning with a focus on delivering quality.