Reliever (Non-Certificated) Airport Oaks

About the Company At our organization, we prioritize community, valuing both our Centre family and the broader community. We strive to provide a safe and nurturing learning environment for our children. For many of our young learners, this journey begins the moment they leave home and step into our Centre van, setting the tone for their day. About the Role We are currently seeking a casual relieving teacher who can also serve as a Centre Van Driver when necessary. This position may involve working across our two Mangere East Centres: Learning Adventures Airport Oaks and Learning Adventures Mangere East. Key Responsibilities as a Reliever: - Collaborate with registered teachers to maintain a high standard of early childhood care and education. - Work alongside colleagues to develop, facilitate, and evaluate all aspects of our educational programs. - Be responsive to the individual needs, questions, values, and beliefs of the children. - Foster strong relationships with children, parents, and staff. What Your Day Looks Like as a Van Driver: - Safely pick up and drop off children according to the established schedule. - Transport children to and from Centre excursions as required, ensuring their safety at all times. - Perform maintenance on the van as needed. - Ensure the van register is signed daily by parents, and keep all administrative tasks up to date. - Communicate with parents and caregivers to relay important messages to the Centre. - Adhere to all Health and Safety requirements to guarantee the safety of children in your care. - Operate the vehicle in a safe and lawful manner. Requirements - Ability to teach children in a positive and nurturing manner. - A passion for education and a commitment to providing quality learning experiences. - Previous experience in early childhood education is a bonus, but a willingness to learn is essential. - Flexibility to support our team during opening shifts (starting at 7:30 AM) and closing shifts (ending at 5:30 PM). - A full and clean New Zealand driver’s license. - Confidence and patience as a driver. - A warm, friendly demeanor with a genuine love for working with children. - A strong advocate for child safety at all times. - Ability to develop and maintain positive professional relationships with individuals of all ages and backgrounds. Benefits If this opportunity resonates with you, we would love to hear from you. Join us in making a difference in our children's lives and apply today!