Clarendon Kindergarten Southland

Teacher / kaiako

Kindergartens South is a trusted provider of the highest quality Early Childhood Education with over 100 years’ experience in the vibrant and beautiful Southland region.

We are a not-for-profit organisation providing Early Childhood services at 24 kindergartens throughout Southland communities with an Association Office in Invercargill.

With Strategic Pillars of Sustainability, Connections and Quality we are committed to progressing our organisation to meet the future needs of our communities.

We have a partnership with Toimata Foundation delivering the Enviroschools programme in Southland. We are proud of, and value our amazing large, natural outdoor environments.

Along with our 100% qualified teaching team, and backed by Te Whāriki, we deliver educational programmes that support children to develop curiosity, creative thinking, and a love for lifelong learning.

We pride ourselves on providing professional learning opportunities and offer attractive employment conditions such as:

• 31 days annual leave
• 15 professional Time days
• Minimum 10 hours per week non-contact for most services

We have an exciting opportunity for a fulltime permanent Teacher/Kaiako to join our team based at Clarendon Kindergarten.

We are seeking a motivated and enthusiastic trained ECE teacher to help grow a new learning community .

Clarendon Kindergarten operates a full year model. Operating hours are 8.15am – 4.45pm and session times are 8.30am -2.45pm.

All applicants must hold a current practising certificate, first aid certificate, and a recognised NZ early childhood education qualification.

This role is covered by the COVID-19 Public Health Response (Vaccinations) Order 2021, so applicants must either be vaccinated or have a medical exemption.

More information about Clarendon Kindergarten and a copy of the job description can be found on our website - www.ska.co.nz.