Tawa Early Learning Centre · Waikato
ECE Teacher
Early learningFull-time, PermanentBeginning teachers welcomeOverseas teachers welcome
Tawa Early Learning Centre in Taupō is seeking a full-time, permanent ECE teacher from February 2027. The centre works with tamariki aged two and over during sessional hours and school terms, and welcomes beginning teachers as well as experienced applicants. Applicants should hold or be working towards ECE certification, have current first aid, and use te reo Māori me ōna tikanga.
- Full-time permanent position
- Starts February 2027
- Works with tamariki aged two and over
- Generous non-contact hours and paid professional development
Closes in 18 days
Applications close 23 Nov 2026, 5pm.
Read the full listing and applyOpens the Education Gazette, where the school takes applications.
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About the role
Full-time, permanent ECE teaching role starting in February 2027. You will teach tamariki aged two and over in a sessional, school-term programme, with generous non-contact time and paid professional development.
What they’re looking for
- Qualified and registered, or progressing towards ECE qualification and certification
- Sound knowledge of Te Whāriki
- Current NZQA first aid qualification
- Daily use of te reo Māori me ōna tikanga
- Strong written and verbal communication
- Ability to build genuine relationships with tamariki and whānau
About the school
Tawa Early Learning Centre is a community-based centre in Taupō that has operated for 66 years. It has a small, experienced teaching team and provides a positive, nurturing environment for tamariki.
How to apply
Apply through the advertised email channel by 23 November 2026. Applicants must have the legal right to work in New Zealand.
Written by Teachroles from the school’s listing. AI can make mistakes; check the original before you apply.
The role
- Sector
- Early learning
- Role
- Certificated teacher
- Hours
- full time
- Tenure
- permanent
- Listed
- 3 Nov 2026
In the school’s words
“Tawa Early Learning Centre in Taupō has a rare opportunity for a full-time, permanent teacher to join our teaching team, starting February 2027. We are a community-based centre in Taupō that has been operating for 66 years. We cater to…”
The school
Tawa Early Learning Centre
- Type
- Education & Care Service
- Authority
- Community based
- Students
- 47
- Address
- 35 Tawa Street, Taupo