Qualified Teacher

The role At the end of a cul-de-sac, in the leafy suburb of Mt Eden, lives our Bear Park Mt Eden centre. While on the fringe of inner-city Auckland, our centre has a relaxed neighbourhood vibe, with ample outdoor space and birdsong trickling down from the tall Pūriri trees. We are currently looking for a qualified teacher to join us in a part-time Planning Cover position for 14 hours per week. At Bear Park we offer each of our room teams 3 hours dedicated group planning per week. Our Planning Cover team work across all age groups allowing each team time to plan enriching, individualised learning opportunities for our children. Bear Park Mt Eden proudly holds a deep sense of connection with its children, their families and the wider surrounding community and follows a strong Reggio Emilia philosophy. 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. 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 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 Mt Eden 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 to be considered for this position.