If you have a passion for children and want to make a career out of it just give us a call to discuss your options.
We offer:
- Nature school outings
- Playgroup/coffee group get togethers
- Fun outings for children
- Professional development/workshops
- Educators have the option of completing the Early Childhood Certificate level 4 with the Open Polytechnic
- A family orientated business that listen to educators and parents.
- Tax incentives – Practically all of your earnings as an Educator are tax-free. Only 25% of payments are regarded as income to WINZ. Therefore your benefit is likely to remain unchanged.
- Free annual membership to Kiwi North
- Full support, information, resources and guidance to extend and enhance professional practice
- Top rates for all our Educators – contact us for more information
- Mentors available through regular visits and phone support
Educator requirements
- That you have a caring and warm personality.
- That you have experience with children, an awareness of their needs and willingness to give time and attention to stimulating play activities.
- A genuine love for children.
- A safe property and fenced area on your property, it doesn’t have to be completely fenced but as long as there is a area that is. Fencing requirements mean that a child should not be able to leave a property without an adults help. We can come view your property obligation free and give you an indication of what might be needed to be up to safety standards. We could provide help with getting your property safe.
- First Aid certificate or the willingness to require one soon after coming on board as an educator.
- We will do police checks on anyone over the age of 17 living at the property.
- A willingness to attend our weekly nature school and to attend professional development.
- Be prepared to undertake training or already have an Early Childhood Qualification.
- A healthy and hygienic home.
