Qualified Teacher

Part time, Fixed term, FTTE up to: 0.6, Start Date: 14/09/2026, End Date: 14/03/2027 (Parental Leave) Early learning / kōhanga reo, Certificated teacher English, Health and physical education, Learning languages, Mathematics and statistics, Science, Social sciences, Technology, Te reo Māori, The arts, Belonging / Mana Whenua, Contribution / Mana Tangata, Communication / Mana Reo, Exploration / Mana Aotūroa, Well-being / Mana Atua BestStart Willowpark Road is seeking a passionate and dedicated qualified and certificated teacher to join our welcoming team in a 6-month parental leave position, starting 14 September. Based in our Under 2s room, you'll work alongside experienced and supportive educators who are committed to providing high-quality care and learning experiences for our youngest tamariki. We are proud of our strong bicultural curriculum and value teachers who embrace Te Tiriti o Waitangi, foster meaningful relationships with tamariki and whānau, and contribute positively to a collaborative team culture. Why choose BestStart? At BestStart, we invest in our people and support their professional growth and wellbeing through a range of benefits, including: Mentoring and induction support Access to our Whare Ako online learning platform Leadership and career development opportunities Discounted childcare EAP counselling services About the role This fixed-term position offers 30 hours per week, Monday to Friday, with some flexibility available for the right candidate. Whether you're newly qualified, provisionally certificated, or an experienced teacher, we'd love to hear from you. You'll join a passionate team focused on creating nurturing, engaging, and responsive learning environments that support every child's development and wellbeing. What we're looking for To be successful in this role, you'll have: A BEd/Diploma in Teaching Level 7 (ECE or Primary) and current Teacher Certification Knowledge of Te Whāriki and child-led learning approaches A commitment to bicultural practice and Te Tiriti o Waitangi Strong communication and teamwork skills A genuine passion for quality early childhood education Physical address: 513 Queen Street East, Hastings #J-18808-Ljbffr