About the Role
Bunny Cottage Early Learning Centre is seeking a passionate, dedicated and experienced
Early Childhood (Pre-primary School) Teacher to join our team in Bexley, NSW. The
successful candidate will play an important role in creating a safe, engaging and supportive learning environment that encourages children's development, confidence, curiosity and wellbeing.
This is a hands-on teaching role involving the planning and delivery of age-appropriate learning experiences across both indoor and outdoor environments, while working closely with children, families and other educators.
Key Responsibilities
- Plan and structure engaging learning experiences in indoor and outdoor environments
- using a range of educational materials and equipment.
- Develop and deliver activities that support children's motor skills, confidence, cooperation, social development and understanding.
- Promote language and communication development through storytelling, role play, songs, rhymes and individual and group discussions.
- Observe and assess children's progress and identify signs of illness, emotional concerns, developmental difficulties or other factors requiring attention.
- Monitor children's nutritional, welfare, health and safety needs and identify issues that may affect their learning and development.
- Maintain appropriate records and contribute to monitoring children's developmental progress.
- Communicate regularly with parents and discuss children's development, progress, wellbeing and learning needs.
- Participate in parent interviews, staff meetings and committee meetings as required.
- Contribute to community and family support programs where appropriate.
- Support and supervise student teachers undertaking professional placements.
- Work collaboratively with educators and other staff to maintain a positive, inclusive and stimulating learning environment.
- Ensure learning activities and daily practices are conducted in accordance with relevant health, safety and early childhood education requirements.
About You
The ideal candidate will be a caring and enthusiastic early childhood professional who is committed to supporting children's learning and development. You will have strong communication and interpersonal skills, a positive approach to teamwork and the ability to build respectful relationships with children and families.
You should demonstrate:
- Relevant qualifications in Early Childhood Education or a related field.
- Previous experience working with young children in an early learning or pre-primary environment.
- Strong understanding of children's developmental and educational needs.
- Excellent communication, organisation and classroom management skills.
- Ability to plan and implement engaging learning experiences.
- A genuine commitment to children's wellbeing, safety and development.
- Ability to work effectively as part of a collaborative teaching team.
- Current Working with Children Check and other relevant clearances as required.
What We Offer
- Full-time employment in a supportive early learning environment.
- Competitive salary of $80,000 – $85,000 per annum + superannuation.
- Opportunity to contribute to children's learning, development and wellbeing.
- Supportive and collaborative workplace culture.
- Opportunities for professional development and career growth.
- A rewarding role where your contribution can make a meaningful difference in children's early years.