Teacher

🌿 Maternity Cover ECE Teacher Position TKC Are you a qualified and registered Early Childhood Teacher with a love for the outdoors, a heart for tamariki, and a strong respect for te ao Māori? We’re on the lookout for a passionate and nurturing teacher to join our whānau on a maternity cover fixed term contract. 🧡 About Us: Taupo Kids Community is a non-for-profit organization that sits right beside the Waikato River. We are a small mixed-age centre licensed for 45 tamariki a day and known for our incredible outdoor space. Our philosophy is built around meaningful relationships, a strong sense of belonging, and child-led learning through nature and play. We believe that tamariki thrive when they are given the time, space and connection to explore the natural world. Our kaupapa centres around building confident, curious learners through play, respect, and meaningful relationships. We celebrate whanaungatanga and work together as a team to create a calm, inclusive, and joyful learning environment for our tamariki. 🌱 The Role: This is a fixed-term position covering a maternity leave, ideal for someone experienced in ECE. You’ll be welcomed into a team who put tamariki at the heart of everything we do. 🌟 Start Date: June Hours: 24–40 hours per week (to be discussed) 🌟 What We’re Looking For: • A qualified and registered Early Childhood Teacher • Someone who is truly passionate about working with tamariki in their early years • A teacher who brings energy, creativity, warmth, and a great sense of humour to their practice • A commitment to child-led learning, outdoor exploration, and the natural world • An educator who embraces te ao Māori and enjoys weaving it naturally into everyday practice • Someone who thrives in a supportive team that celebrates the wins (big and small) and works from the heart What We Offer: • A beautiful, nature-rich environment that inspires meaningful learning • High teacher-to-child ratios, allowing you to truly connect with tamariki • 3 hours non-contact time per week to support quality planning and reflection • Full Pay Parity • A supportive and inclusive team culture where your voice is valued • Ongoing professional growth and leadership development opportunities • A centre where we are genuinely passionate about early childhood education and care, and where relationships are at the heart of what we do If this sounds like the right fit for you, we would love to hear from you. Please send your CV and cover letter to manager@taupokids.co.nz