Expectations
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We are committed to being one of the best ECE services in New Zealand and as such, have high expectations of all our employees whether in centre or support roles.
 As an ABC employee, you are expected to:
- Be honest and act with professionalism & integrity in all aspects of your employment
- Respect the rights of others by:
- Treating others fairly, courteously and without discrimination or harassment.
- Upholding the rights of children and their parents and caregivers.Â
- Being respectful of, and responsive to, people of all ethnicities, cultures, values and beliefs.
- Promoting the principles of equal opportunity
- Perform your duties as required to the best of your ability
- Uphold the reputation and standing of not only your centre but also the company
- Respond to, and guide children in, positive and meaningful interactions showing respect for each child as an individual. Specifically, we expect teachers to:Â
- interact with children frequently showing them warmth, respect and affection;
- respect each child’s individuality and attend to each child’s needs;
- treat all children equally with non-bias and recognition of cultural differences;
- recognise children as competent learners and people, and support them in their growing independence
- encourage and support children during their learning experiences;
- use positive guidance and positive behaviour management strategies.
- develop positive learning outcomes for our children;
- provide a pleasant, safe and nurturing environment for all children;
- be available and respond to children in a friendly and courteous manner;
- demonstrate tolerance, patience and good humour
- role-model appropriate behaviours to children;
- foster positive self-concept, self-esteem and harmony;
- actively listen and interact with children by “getting down to their level” and understanding issues and concerns from their perspective; and to
- handle children in an appropriate manner.
In return, you can expect from us as an employer to:
- Provide a supportive and professional work environment
- Act as a good company and in good faith in all dealings with you
- Re-invest in the centre facilities and equipment
- Take all practical steps to provide you with a safe and healthy work environment
- Treat you fairly, courteously and without discrimination or harassment.
- Provide excellent pay & benefits