This job description is for an educator who is employed and had no formal early childhood qualification. The format for the job description is consistent with how Ministry of Business, Innovation and Employment (MBIE) advise on writing job descriptions. It describes what is required through the key tasks and key performance indicators. It also describes how the job should be done with the attributes the employee should demonstrate while carrying out their key tasks. This job description is robust. The Key Performance Indicators, Key Tasks and Responsibilities are linked to Our Values, Our Codes, and Our Standards for registered teachers, and Ministry of Education's requirements for Curriculum and Health and Safety.

It includes descriptors to ensure shared understanding between employer and employee pertaining to the key performance indicators. Cultural competencies are embedded in this job description that support Tātaiako, Tapasā, Curriculum Criteria.

This job description comes with a guide on how to implement this job description; a work change process that is consistent with MBIE advice.