Kindergarten TeachER ASSISTANT Role on Waiheke Island

Do you have a passion for working with young children? We’re looking for a Kindergarten Teaching Assistant to join our team on the paradise island of Waiheke. Jan 2024 start.

Get in Touch:

Iris Richter: iris@fossilbay.co.nz

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About Fossil Bay Kindergarten & School: Fossil Bay provides kindergarten and primary year education based on the modern Rudolf Steiner curriculum, that is unhurried, screen-free and has small class-sizes. Kindness, creativity and focus are at the heart of what we do, which results in tamariki who are low-anxiety, confident and thrive both academically and socially. 

About You: We are seeking a candidate with prior experience in working with young children, ideally in a kindergarten or early childhood setting. Having knowledge or experience in Steiner education will count as an advantage but is not a requirement for the person with the right heart and experience. The successful candidate should possess strong communication and interpersonal skills, demonstrating an ability to connect and collaborate effectively with tamariki, colleagues and parents.

About Waiheke: Fossil Bay Kindergarten & School is located in Oneroa on Waiheke Island. Waiheke Island is in Aotearoa's Hauraki Gulf, renowned for its idyllic beaches, vineyards, and charming coastal towns. A short 35 minute boat ride from the Auckland CBD. 

  • Responsibilities:

    • Assist the teachers in creating a warm, supportive, and engaging learning environment for the children.

    • Foster the social, emotional, and intellectual development of each child through individualised attention and care.

    • Supervise and support children during indoor and outdoor playtime, ensuring their safety and well-being.

    • Assist with daily routines, including mealtime, nap time, and toileting.

    • Maintain a clean and organised classroom, ensuring materials and resources are readily available.

    Requirements:

    • An interest in the Steiner philosophy and a willingness to learn and apply its principles.

    • Strong communication and interpersonal skills, with the ability to collaborate effectively with colleagues and parents.

    • Patience, empathy, and a nurturing disposition when working with children.

    • Flexibility to adapt to the needs of the children and the kindergarten environment.

    • A commitment to creating a safe, inclusive, and harmonious learning environment.

    Benefits:

    • The opportunity to work in a unique and picturesque setting on a beautiful farm.

    • A supportive and collaborative work environment with experienced educators.

    Location: Oneroa, situated on a beautiful farm in Fossil Bay

    Position Type: Part Time (6 hours per day)

    Start Date: Jan 24