Vacancy: Early Childhood Teacher

Early Childhood Kaiako  – Certificated 

Hope Preschool is a community-based, not-for-profit full-day early childhood centre in Mataura, Southland.  Our biblical philosophy and values guide our operations, curriculum and teaching practice.  We are licenced for 45 children and maintain a waiting list.  We would love to hear from teachers who can contribute to our philosophy and make a difference in the lives and learning of families and children.                      

We provide team members with:

• An opportunity to continue building pedagogical knowledge and skills and share those with others.
• Regular Professional Growth Cycle mentoring. 
• A collaborative team enviroment.
• A purpose-built teaching and learning environment, with a generous outdoor area.  
• One hour of non-contact per day and fortnightly staff meetings. 
• Extended Pay Parity, paid first aid and paid teacher registration.  

We are an accredited employer.

Both early childhood and primary trained applicants at all stages of career development are welcome to contact us to express interest in any future positions.  

Casual Relief Positions

We require both qualifed ECE and Primary teachers and unqualified educators for relief teaching as required.