Kia ora,

Awhi Whanau Early Childhood Centre is looking for a passionate Qualified Teacher to join our team, or a teacher who is on their way to completing their third year of study..
Are you a caring, passionate, enthusiastic teacher who is not afraid to share their passion and ideas?

This is an exciting opportunity to join a small whanau orientated company that reflects its local community and our commitment to Treaty o Waitangi an Te Whariki.

We are a Bilingual, Christian based Centre inspired by Reggio Emilia.

Are you?
~A supportive team member.
~Can speak Te reo Maori or at least willing to give it ago.
~Good communicator, both verbally and written.
~Strong understanding of the Te Whariki curriculum.
~Most important, we are looking for someone who enjoys learning as much as they do teaching. It's important our new team member has a love and respect for sustainable practices, strong ECE Knowledge and passion for extending the learning of our tamariki. Respectful relationships are a the core of what we do, so we need a teacher who can develop strong connections between tamariki, whanau and our existing kaiako.

We can offer in return;
~Ongoing access to professional development.
~50% off Childcare for your tamariki.
~ A supportive workplace, who grows their own leaders internally.
~Payments for first aid renewals.
~Payment support for Teacher Certification.
~Excellent programme for supporting provisional teachers to get their full registration.
~Professional, whanau orientated team.

If you can commit to providing quality education and have a good understanding of bicultural practice then please apply with your Cover letter, Degree and Practising certificate.

You can email Dorothy Swann at This email address is being protected from spambots. You need JavaScript enabled to view it. or have a quick chat on (09)265-1950.

Awhi Whanau Early Childhood completes safety checks on all employees. Applicants for this position should have NZ Residency or a valid NZ Work visa