ECE Registered Teacher / Team Leader - Busy Bees Hobsonville

Join our passionate team at Busy Bees Hobsonville, where the Reggio Emilia philosophy inspires meaningful learning through curiosity, inquiry, and connection. Our six-classroom centre fosters strong relationships, collaborative teaching, and a vibrant multicultural community. Backed by the Busy Bees Aotearoa network, you'll have the support, resources, and opportunities to grow your career while helping tamariki flourish.

Why Us? | Hei aha mātou?

• We offer full Pay Parity and Staff Uniforms are provided
• Access supportive leadership, access subsidised childcare and development opportunities
• We cover the costs of your annual flu vaccinations and First Aid certification.
• Be part of a wider national network with established systems

The Opportunity | Te Āheinga

• Provide high-quality care and education for tamariki. .
• Plan and guide the developmental journey of each tamaiti using Te Whāriki as a foundation.
• Implement the curriculum while bringing your own creative ideas to the daily programme.
• Build strong and authentic relationships with families and whānau.
• Maintain a high standard of physical care and hygiene throughout the day.
• Foster a welcoming and co-operative working atmosphere with the rest of the team.
• Engage in ongoing professional development to keep your practice current and transformative.
• Ensure the physical, emotional, and cultural needs of every child are met through a supportive environment.

About You | Mōu

• A recognised New Zealand ECE or Primary teaching qualification with current NZ registration.
• Warm communication style and the ability to build strong relationships.
• Proactive spirit and the integrity to act in ways that are fair and ethical.
• Passion for the NZ national curriculum and a drive to share fresh, creative ideas.
• Confidence using digital tools to document learning and stay connected with families.

How to apply

Please submit your CV and a cover letter outlining your experience and why this opportunity excites you.

Applicants must have NZ residency or a valid NZ work visa.

Why Work for Busy Bees?

If you’re passionate about early learning, Busy Bees is the place to be. Although we are part of a global organisation, our company was founded by three families looking for better, more enriching childcare. Three decades later, we still keep the same values at heart.

We know that we couldn’t do what we do without the important people in our teams. We invest in our people and work with them to build career pathways that inspire.