Wā Ora Montessori School is an Area School (Primary and High School 6-18yrs) with an adjoining private Montessori Preschool (3-6yrs). Located in Lower Hutt, Wellington, we are close to bush walks, beaches, a great cultural scene and some of the world’s best restaurants, cafes and coffee.
Wā Ora is the only Montessori School in New Zealand that nurtures the child from 0 to 18 years. We are a community based school with close connections to our whānau (families) and while our setting is urban, it also looks out onto beautiful bush clad hills.
We are seeking an experienced and passionate leader for the position of Centre Manager Preschool. This is a non-contacted position overseeing the Early Childhood sector of the school, including four classrooms, outdoor environment, Playgroup, Before/After School Care.
You will become an important member of our innovative and friendly Senior Leadership Team in a highly collaborative working environment to support, enhance and promote Wā Ora’s Special Character. In this position, you will also take on the role of Board/Council staff representative, attending meetings where necessary.
Requirements for the Position:
- Face to face 3-6 Montessori Qualification
- Prior experience overseeing/teaching in a Montessori environment
- Current New Zealand teacher registration
- Knowledge of and administrative experience in dealing with New Zealand ECE regulations and licensing criteria
- Prior experience conducting appraisals, self-reviews, mentoring, coaching new and experienced teachers
Remuneration:
- Competitive base salary
- Additional 5 Management Units ($5K each)
You will have a great sense of humour, love and respect young children and appreciate the potential inherent in the first plane of development. You will work well with parents, be capable of juggling several tasks at once and have excellent attention to detail.
This position is for a start date in July 2025 (date negotiable). An application form must be completed for your application to be processed. An application pack and further information can be obtained by emailing Jo Dyer (Office Manager) joanne@waora.school.nz. Applications for this position must be received by 3pm Monday 14th July 2025.
