Teacher in Training/Unqualified Teacher

The Role:
We are looking for a Teacher in Training or Unqualified Teacher to join our experienced infants team at Bear Park Kohimarama.

We offer incredible ratios of 1:3 and three hours dedicated group planning (within centre hours) per week. This allows us the time to create and deliver intentional learning for each of our precious children. With an experienced and supportive team, this is the perfect environment to grow your teaching skillset, whilst enjoying a gorgeous learning environment.

With inspiration from Reggio Emilia, our teachers have a passion for inspiring wonder, creativity, imagination and investigation, fostering children's hundred languages and unravelling their theories alongside them.

Our Environment:
At Bear Park Kohimarama, the Reggio Emilia philosophy flows throughout our centre, with an abundance of natural resources and thoughtfully designed learning environments that inspire curiosity and exploration.

We also have a generous outdoor environment that provides endless opportunities for child-led learning, exploration and adventurous play. We encourage children to take risks, test their ideas and develop a deep appreciation for the richness and possibilities of the natural environment.

Why Bear Park?
Bear Park is the premier early learning provider in New Zealand, with over 39 years of experience. Founded, owned and operated by teachers, we offer a wide range of unique benefits for our kaiako.

• Wonderful teacher-to-child ratios
• Three hours of dedicated group planning time every week
• A Centre Director who spends a significant amount of time on the floor working alongside the team
• Strong individual support from our experienced Pedagogical Leaders
• Large, engaging learning environments with high-quality resources
• Endless professional development opportunities
• Opportunities to develop your leadership skills and progress your career

What Next?
At Bear Park, we are Inspiring Lifelong Learners.

Our philosophy is grounded in relationships, curiosity and a genuine belief in the potential of every child. If you're passionate about early childhood education and want to work alongside a team that values great teaching, continuous learning and strong relationships, we'd love to hear from you.

Join Bear Park Kohimarama and be part of a team making a difference every day.

Candidates must be a New Zealand Resident or Citizen, or hold a valid New Zealand work visa that permits full-time employment, to be considered for this position.