Beginning Teacher/Teacher in Training

Are you a newly qualified ECE teacher, or nearing completion of your ECE qualification and looking to build your teaching hours in a supportive, fully qualified team?

If 2 acres of forests, hills, alfresco dining, cardboard sliding and a healthy daily step count sound like a magical place to spend your days, then DEN Life could be for you.

We are seeking an enthusiastic beginning teacher or teacher-in-training to join our beautiful nature-based early learning centre. You'll be working alongside passionate, 100% qualified kaiako who are committed to mentoring and supporting teachers at the beginning of their professional journey.

We offer:

• excellent teacher-child ratios
• consistent family-friendly hours
• a transparent, supportive and engaged leadership team
• mentoring and professional growth opportunities
• discounted childcare fees
• funded first aid certification
• funded flu vaccination.

You will:

• be newly qualified or nearing completion of an ECE qualification
• be passionate about learning and growing as a teacher
• build positive relationships with tamariki, whānau and colleagues
• bring enthusiasm, professionalism and a team-focused attitude
• have the legal right to work in New Zealand.

The DEN is not an accredited employer and cannot provide visa sponsorship or immigration assistance. Applicants must already have the legal right to work in New Zealand for the duration of their employment.

We invest significantly in developing our people and are seeking someone who is excited about becoming a long-term member of our team.

Check out our Facebook page Discover the DEN for photos of DEN Life. DEN Life must resonate with you.

We will be reviewing applications as they are received.