ECE Teacher (BestStart Dinsdale), Hamilton

Qualified Teacher– Fixed Term (Parental Leave Cover) BestStart Dinsdale, Hamilton | 35–40 hours per week | Until December 2025 BestStart Dinsdale is seeking a passionate, experienced, and qualified teacher to join our team on a fixed-term basis to cover parental leave through to December 2025. If you have a genuine love for working with babies and toddlers, and you're looking for a centre that truly values relationships, learning, and teamwork — we'd love to hear from you.About Us Our centre is known for its warm, inclusive environment and strong team culture. We're proud to offer one of Hamilton's largest outdoor play areas, recently renovated and thoughtfully designed to support movement, creativity, and exploration. Each age group has its own dedicated space, with specialised rooms for infants, toddlers, and preschoolers. This allows us to create calm, focused environments where tamariki thrive and kaiako can teach with purpose.A unique feature of our centre is“Bubbles” the turtle, a much-loved pet who plays a special role in sparking curiosity and teaching empathy among our tamariki. We foster strong relationships with our whānau and community. Our values of respect, kindness, fun, and trust are woven into everything we do — from our teaching practices to our interactions with one another.Why Join Us? A supportive, collaborative teaching team with high staff retention A centre with a clear philosophy and a strong sense of purpose Spacious, engaging learning environments indoors and out Regular opportunities for professional development and growth Monthly team dinners to strengthen relationships and celebrate successWhat We're Looking For A qualified and registered early childhood teacher with a current practising certificate Confidence and experience in planning and writing learning stories Strengths in working with infants and toddlers A team player who brings positivity, initiative, and a commitment to high-quality practiceIf you're looking for a centre that feels like home, offers a strong sense of belonging, and values the important work you do every day, this could be the perfect opportunity for you. Apply today and take the next step in your teaching journey with BestStart Dinsdale. BestStart is committed to creating an inclusive, supportive environment where teachers can thrive.Applications Close: 11/06/2025 Apply online for this role or contact BestStart Educare Limited for more information. At BestStart , we are at the forefront of early childhood education, dedicated to making a positive impact and passionate about our work. We offer exceptional early education and award-winning childcare services for infants, toddlers, and preschoolers.Our primary goal is to deliver high-quality education to the children in our community, and we are actively engaged in groundbreaking research focused on children's oral language development and self-regulation, known as Kia Tīmata Pai. This research initiative involves approximately 1,600 BestStart preschoolers, highlighting our commitment to continuous improvement and innovation.BestStart is committed to being a progressive and adaptable leader in the early childhood education sector. Our educators are highly valued for the transformative role they play in shaping children's lives. We are proud to announce that BestStart has implemented full pay parity, underscoring our dedication to fairness and equity within our organisation.At BestStart , we prioritise the support and growth of our teams through tailored professional development pathways. We believe in nurturing talent and empowering our employees to reach their full potential. #J-18808-Ljbffr