Posted 16 August, 2026
Qualified Teacher
Bear Park Childcare Mairangi Bay
Auckland, AUK, NZ
Full Time
Reference: 51511afc9621df2c
Job Description
Bear Park Childcare Mairangi Bay Auckland Qualified Teacher Full time, Permanent Early learning / kōhanga reo, Certificated teacher Belonging / Mana Whenua, Contribution / Mana Tangata, Communication / Mana Reo, Exploration / Mana Aotūroa, Well-being / Mana Atua The role Bear Park Mairangi Bay islooking for aqualified teacherto join our team in a full-time position working with our 2-3.5-year-old children. You'll work as part of a team of four teachers, with a maximum of 22 children and a maximum ratio of 1:6. We offer a resource-rich learning environment, wonderful ratios and a supportive, dedicated team. You will be an effective communicator who prioritises children's needs through responsive, respectful and genuine interactions. Most importantly, you'll be someone who enjoys building strong relationships with children, whānau and colleagues and is passionate about creating meaningful learning experiences. Our environment At Bear Park Mairangi Bay, the Reggio Emilia philosophy flows throughout our centre, with an abundance of natural resources and thoughtfully designed learning environments that inspire curiosity and exploration. We also have a generous outdoor environment that provides endless opportunities for child-led learning, exploration and adventurous play. Wonderful teacher-to-child ratios Three hours of dedicated group planning time every week A Centre Director who spends a significant amount of time on the floor working alongside the team Strong individual support from our experienced Pedagogical Leaders Large, engaging learning environments with high-quality resources Endless professional development opportunities Why Bear Park? Bear Park is the premier early learning provider in New Zealand, with over 39 years of experience. Founded, owned and operated by teachers, we offer a wide range of unique benefits for our kaiako. What next? At Bear Park, we are Inspiring Lifelong Learners. Our philosophy is grounded in relationships, curiosity and a genuine belief in the potential of every child. If you're passionate about early childhood education and want to work alongside a team that values great teaching, continuous learning and strong relationships. Candidates must be aNew Zealand Resident or Citizen, or hold a valid New Zealand work visa that permits full-time employment, to be considered for this position. #J-18808-Ljbffr