Country Kids Auckland

Early learning educator

Applicants will bring to the role:

• Self initiation and a positive, open to learning mindset
• Kindness, collegiality, a continual self-improvement lens, a sense of humour, a team focus, leadership qualities and the ability to collaborate within a supportive team
• Knowledge, respect and passion for conservation, outdoor education and nature play
• Knowledge of Te Whāriki, te tiriti o Waitangi, Te ao Maori and tikanga, waiata in ECE with a desire to develop culturally responsive relationships and promote inclusive, positive outcomes for the individual needs of ākonga
• A desire to serve our local community, with an interest for community initiatives that support ākonga well-being. 

Additional attributes might include hobbies that could extend on your teaching practice e.g. playing an instrument, crafting, gardening/knowledge of flora and fauna, reo, Te Whatu Pōkeka, local knowledge and/or community interests to name a few…

Country Kids will bring:

• A skilled and supportive team
• Excellent benefits for quality staff
• Highest ERO review rating ‘very well placed’
• Excellent staff retention with high quality child:teacher ratios
• A happy place to work with people who care about your well-being
• Management that provides support to develop your sense of self within the team
• A high trust team dynamic, mutual respect and shared understanding
• A philosophy of Kaitiakitanga and Tūrangawaewae 
• Our kaupapa incorporates a positive culture with zero tolerance for gossip or bullying
• Professional learning and development opportunities
• A shared leadership and responsibility approach
• Excellent reciprocal relationships with families
• Pro-active and positive communication networks
• Weekly planning and NCT time
• A natural setting (real grass!) with extensive farm areas to explore in nature
• Links with our neighbouring farm, regular excursions in the community
• Shared understanding and a healthy respect for new ideas and improvements.

Does this sound like you? Let's chat!