ECE Qualified Teacher for Under 2's at Gems Kowhai

At Gems, we take pride in offering exclusive opportunities for talented educators and experienced educational leaders.

Currently, we have vacancies available for an exceptional Teacher within our family owned and operated childcare centres.

Do you want to be part of a family that prioritises wellbeing and the collective strength of the team?

Gems Educational Childcare Centres, is excited to announce new ownership under the Hitchins family that brings fresh perspectives and renewed energy to the three beloved centres. We continue the legacy of prioritising the wellbeing of the Gem’s team and the high-quality education of our children, ensuring a nurturing and inspiring environment for all. Join our family, where your professional growth and individual talents are celebrated and supported.

We are looking for teachers who are passionate about providing education and who share in our ideals. We take inspiration and guidance from Pikler and Reggio within the context of Te Whariki. We believe that a connection to ourselves, each other and our learning and natural environments both indoors and out, is essential for learning. We work as a cohesive team, but we also recognise that individual talents and interests are golden!

If you have a deep respect for children as small humans who thrive in our care, plus have teacher registration and proven practice in education, then please connect with us. We may even be able to help with relocation* to the mountains to share in our crisp air!

A bit about Gem’s Educational Childcare Centres:

We offer competitive remuneration Full Pay Parity (KTCA)Three purpose-built centres in Queenstown, with different service offeringsWe prioritise high quality education and care (primary caregiving) for our children (and our kaiako)Bespoke nature play programmes run in all centresSome centres provide food options and all promote healthy eatingOur centres are beautiful and functional, with a wide range of resourcesTeam culture is imperative to create a healthy work environment and manage the everyday pressures of childcareProfessional growth is encouraged and supportedRegularly invest in higher learning opportunities for personal and professional development for team membersWe use the latest technology to assist and support workload managementSupport diversity of cultures within our teams and individual voices in all aspects of our professional conductRelocation conditions apply

Tell us a bit about yourself:

You will be a highly professional leader in all aspectsAt least 3-year experience teaching with infant and toddlers in New ZealandA growth mindsetA team player

What you can expect;

Minimum 32 hours per week full-time, permanent roleFull Pay Parity for registered teachersReallocation assistance available for those outside Queenstown. *Conditions applyProfessional developmentCoaching and mentoring.An incredible team who will go the extra mile.

Apply via the submission link or email: recruit@gems.net.nz