Education Gazette

Qualified ECE or Primary Teacher
Shalom Kindergarten · Bay of Plenty
About the role
Join our warm, Christ-centred teaching team in sunny Tauranga! We are looking for a passionate, qualified, and registered Early Childhood Teacher to join our nurturing, play-based kindergarten, where Te Whāriki is woven together with Christian values of resilience, teamwork, kindness, curiosity, and respect.
- Position: 0.8 FTE (moving to 1.0 FTE with roll growth).
- Start date: January 2027 or immediate start available.
- Remuneration: Pay Parity rates apply.
What we offer
- A supportive, prayerful, and collaborative team culture.
- Generous non-contact time for planning and assessment.
- Ongoing PLD and teacher registration support.
- Paid first aid certification and annual flu vaccination.
What we’re looking for
- An educator who authentically lives out and nurtures our Christian values and special character in daily practice.
- A recognised ECE or Primary teaching qualification (BEd/Dip Teaching ECE or Primary) and current NZ Practising Certificate.
- Sound knowledge of Te Whāriki, internal evaluation, and positive, grace-filled guidance.
- Strong communication skills and a genuine heart for building meaningful relationships with tamariki, whānau, and our community.
- A warm team player who brings initiative and joy.
If you feel called to make a difference in a Christian early learning environment, we would love to hear from you.
Applicants must hold NZ residency or a valid work visa and undergo a Police Vet.
Direct enquiries to:
Charlotte Townend, Centre Manager
- shalom@citychurch.nz
How to apply
Email your CV, cover letter sharing your faith journey and teaching philosophy, and 2 referees (including 1 church/character referee) to: shalom@citychurch.nz
Reference 1HB1bB
Role details
- Role
- Certificated teacher
- Sector
- Early learning / kōhanga reo
- Position
- Part-time (0.8 FTTE), permanent
- Incentives and allowances
- None listed
- Region
- Bay of Plenty
About Shalom Kindergarten
252 Otumoetai Road, Otumoetai
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Reference 1HB1bB · https://gazette.education.govt.nz/vacancies/1HB1bB
