Upper Harbour, Auckland, New Zealand · On-site
The Role: Located off Constellation Drive, Bear Park Mairangi Bay is a warm, welcoming and creative centre licensed for up to 83 children. We are proud of our bi-cultural heritage and strive to create an environment that…
Skills: Early childhood education, Communication, Relationship building, Leadership, Growth mindset
Upper Harbour, Auckland, New Zealand · On-site
The Role: Nestled within the park-like grounds of Mill Hour, Bear Park Hobsonville truly is a centre you have to see to believe. Set on a stunning waterfront property, with sweeping sea views, we offer an inspiring envir…
Skills: Early childhood education, Reggio Emilia philosophy, Inquiry-based learning, Te Whāriki curriculum, Collaborative planning
Albert-Eden, Auckland, New Zealand · On-site
The Role: We are looking for casual relievers to join our team at Bear Park Mt Eden and our central Auckland centres in Herne Bay, Epsom and Remuera. Working alongside our experienced teaching teams, you will play an imp…
Skills: Childcare, Early childhood education, Communication, Reliability, Flexibility
Ōrākei, Auckland, New Zealand · On-site
The Role: Due to parental leave, we are looking for a Teacher in Training, or experienced unqualified teacher, to join our wonderful Bear Park Remuera infants and toddlers team on a fixed-term basis through to April 2027…
Skills: Early childhood education, Teaching, Mentoring, Classroom management, Reggio Emilia approach
Ōrākei, Auckland, New Zealand · On-site
The Role: We are looking for an experienced, qualified teacher to join our wonderful preschool room at Bear Park Kohimarama. Our centre is a carefully planned, purpose-built learning space, and is loved by children, whan…
Skills: Early childhood education, Reggio Emilia approach, Child development, Curriculum planning, Mentoring
Maungakiekie-Tāmaki, Auckland, New Zealand · On-site
The Role We are looking for an experienced Unqualified Early Childhood Teacher to join our Planning Cover team at Bear Park Epsom. As part of this close-knit team, you will work across all age groups, supporting our chil…
Skills: Relationship Building, Reggio Emilia Philosophy, Compassion, Patience, Early Childhood Education
Upper Harbour, Auckland, New Zealand · On-site
The Role: Located off Constellation Drive, Bear Park Mairangi Bay is a warm, welcoming and creative centre licensed for up to 83 children. We are proud of our bi-cultural heritage and strive to create an environment that…
Skills: Early Childhood Education, Intentional Planning, Child-Led Learning, Preschool Teaching, Bicultural Practice
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The teacher will work as part of a team to provide a responsive and respectful learning environment for children aged 2–3.5 years. Responsibilities include building strong relationships with children and families while facilitating meaningful, child-led learning experiences.
Candidates must be a qualified teacher and hold a valid New Zealand residency, citizenship, or a work visa permitting full-time employment. Applicants should demonstrate a growth mindset, effective communication skills, and a passion for early childhood education.
The Role:
Located off Constellation Drive, Bear Park Mairangi Bay is a warm, welcoming and creative centre licensed for up to 83 children. We are proud of our bi-cultural heritage and strive to create an environment that is challenging, inclusive, supportive and encouraging.
We are looking for a Qualified Teacher to join our team in a full-time position working with our 2–3.5-year-old children. You'll work as part of a team of four teachers, with a maximum of 22 children and a maximum ratio of 1:6. We offer a resource-rich learning environment, wonderful ratios and a supportive, dedicated team.
Our new kaiako will be kind, engaged and bring a growth mindset to their teaching. An aspiration towards leadership would be ideal, as we are committed to continually developing our teachers and creating innovative, passionate leaders.
You will be an effective communicator who prioritises children's needs through responsive, respectful and genuine interactions. Most importantly, you'll be someone who enjoys building strong relationships with children, whānau and colleagues and is passionate about creating meaningful learning experiences.
Our Environment:
At Bear Park Mairangi Bay, 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. Our riverbed, moveable outdoor climbing equipment, rocking bridge and large sandpits 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.
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 Mairangi Bay 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.
Inspiring Lifelong Learners
For more than thirty years, Bear Park has been a special place for children and whānau. A place of wonder. A place where curiosity, excitement and spontaneous imagination are nurtured. A place of laughter and joy, of friends and memories. A place of endless opportunities. A place where children are celebrated for being exactly who they are – children. With eleven unique centres throughout Auckland and Dunedin, Bear Park provides children, teachers and whānau with positive relationships, deep connections and meaningful, respectful and richly-resourced learning environments. With the kindness of the bear, the authenticity of the child and the dedication and open-mindedness of the teacher, Bear Park remains a leader in early childhood education and will do so for many years to come.
Offices: 15 Dilworth Ave, Remuera, Auckland, Auckland 1050, NZ · 172-190 Buckley Avenue Hobsonville, Auckland, NZ · 318 St Heliers Bay Rd, Kohimarama, Auckland, NZ · 64 – 68 Summerland Drive, Henderson, Auckland, NZ · 42 Shelly Beach Rd, Herne Bay, Auckland, NZ
Inspiring Lifelong Learners
For more than thirty years, Bear Park has been a special place for children and whānau. A place of wonder. A place where curiosity, excitement and spontaneous imagination are nurtured. A place of laughter and joy, of friends and memories. A place of endless opportunities. A place where children are celebrated for being exactly who they are – children. With eleven unique centres throughout Auckland and Dunedin, Bear Park provides children, teachers and whānau with positive relationships, deep connections and meaningful, respectful and richly-resourced learning environments. With the kindness of the bear, the authenticity of the child and the dedication and open-mindedness of the teacher, Bear Park remains a leader in early childhood education and will do so for many years to come.
Offices: 15 Dilworth Ave, Remuera, Auckland, Auckland 1050, NZ · 172-190 Buckley Avenue Hobsonville, Auckland, NZ · 318 St Heliers Bay Rd, Kohimarama, Auckland, NZ · 64 – 68 Summerland Drive, Henderson, Auckland, NZ · 42 Shelly Beach Rd, Herne Bay, Auckland, NZ
