ECE Teacher

Early learning / kōhanga reo, Certificated teacher. Belonging / Mana Whenua, Contribution / Mana Tangata, Communication / Mana Reo, Exploration / Mana Aotūroa, Well‑being / Mana Atua. At Lumsden Kindergarten, we believe great teaching starts with great people — those who turn up, give their best, and see teaching as the privilege it truly is. We are seeking a passionate ECE teacher who values excellence and thrives on intentional, purposeful teaching. This role is for teachers who genuinely love teaching — who want to use their knowledge, creativity, and skill to challenge thinking, extend learning, and make a real difference. About us Lumsden Kindergarten is locally owned and operated, with the owner actively involved in the teaching team each day. We are known for delivering high-quality education from Nursery through to Big Lumsden. At Big Lumsden, intentional teaching is brought to life through thoughtfully designed environments and exciting provocations that challenge children to think, explore, and grow. Our focus on school readiness is not about templates or unnecessary structure — it’s about building confident, capable learners through rich, meaningful experiences. Local schools consistently value the strong foundations our children take with them. We are not like other centres. Benchmark of Excellence is our mantra, and we hold high expectations of our team. This role is ideal for someone who Is a qualified or in‑training ECE teacher (registered or working towards) Has a passion for working with 3–5 year olds Loves designing engaging environments and provocations that extend learning Is reliable, professional, and committed to giving their best every day Is passionate about fostering a lifelong love of learning Please note we are not an accredited employer so are unable to support applications requiring an Accredited Employer Work Visa. This full-time position starts in June 2026. #J-18808-Ljbffr