Early Childhood Teacher

Happy Hearts Childcare & Kindergarten; Brisbane; On-site; AUD 65,000 - 90,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Professional development

Staff wellbeing initiatives

Flexible scheduling

Job summary

Happy Hearts Childcare & Kindergarten Warner is seeking a dedicated Early Childhood Teacher to join our team in Warner, QLD. This full-time role involves planning and delivering engaging learning experiences, fostering a safe and inclusive classroom, and collaborating with families and colleagues to support children's development.

You will work within our child-centred approach, ensuring high-quality early childhood education and care, with ongoing professional development opportunities and a

Qualifications

• Excellent communication and interpersonal abilities to engage with children, families and team members.
• Ability to work collaboratively in a centre-based team environment.
• Commitment to ongoing professional development and reflective practice.

Responsibilities

• Plan and deliver age-appropriate activities promoting cognitive, physical, social and emotional development.
• Create a safe, inclusive classroom environment that encourages exploration.
• Observe, assess and document children's progress for families.
• Build positive relationships with children, families and colleagues to foster belonging.
• Implement behaviour guidance strategies supporting social and emotional learning.
• Collaborate with colleagues to plan and coordinate activities and routines.
• Maintain records and documentation per regulatory requirements and centre policies.
• Communicate regularly with families about learning and development.
• Participate in professional development and training to enhance teaching practice.
• Support curriculum frameworks aligned with early childhood best practice.

Skills

Strong communication

Interpersonal skills

Team collaboration

Education

Diploma or Bachelor in Early Childhood Education

Job description

Happy Hearts Childcare & Kindergarten – Warner QLD

Happy Hearts Childcare and Kindergarten Warner is seeking a dedicated and compassionate Early Childhood Teacher to join our team. This is a full-time position based in Warner, QLD 4500. As an Early Childhood Teacher, you will play a pivotal role in nurturing and educating young children during their crucial formative years, creating a safe, stimulating and inclusive learning environment that fosters their developmental growth. This position is integral to our mission of providing high-quality early childhood education and care that supports the wellbeing, learning and development of every child in our care.

Key responsibilities

Plan and deliver age-appropriate educational activities and experiences that promote cognitive, physical, social and emotional development

Create and maintain a safe, welcoming and inclusive classroom environment that encourages exploration and discovery

Observe and assess children's progress and development, documenting milestones and sharing observations with parents and carers

Build positive relationships with children, families and colleagues, fostering a sense of community and belonging

Implement behaviour guidance strategies that support children's social and emotional learning

Collaborate with colleagues to plan and coordinate activities and routines that meet the needs of all children

Maintain accurate records and documentation in accordance with regulatory requirements and centre policies

Communicate regularly with families about their child's learning, development and experiences at the centre

Participate in professional development and training to enhance teaching practice and maintain current knowledge

Support the implementation of curriculum frameworks and educational philosophies aligned with early childhood best practice

What we're looking for

A recognised early childhood teaching qualification (such as a Diploma of Early Childhood Education and Care or Bachelor degree in Early Childhood Education)

Current Working with Children Check or the ability to obtain one prior to commencement

Knowledge of early childhood education frameworks, including the Australian Curriculum: Foundation to Year 10 and the Early Years Learning Framework (EYLF)

Strong communication and interpersonal skills with the ability to build positive relationships with children, families and team members

A genuine passion for early childhood education and a commitment to supporting children's holistic development

The ability to create inclusive, engaging and developmentally appropriate learning experiences

Excellent organisational skills and the ability to manage multiple tasks and priorities effectively

A sound understanding of child safeguarding, health and safety requirements in early childhood settings

Current First Aid and CPR certification (or willingness to obtain prior to commencement)

Experience working collaboratively within a team environment

Demonstrated commitment to ongoing professional development and reflective practice

What we offer

Happy Hearts Childcare and Kindergarten Warner is committed to creating a supportive and rewarding workplace. We offer competitive remuneration commensurate with qualifications and experience. Our team benefits include access to professional development and training opportunities to advance your career and teaching practice. We foster a collaborative and inclusive workplace culture where your contributions are valued and recognised. Work-life balance is important to us, and we provide flexible scheduling where possible. We also offer access to staff wellbeing initiatives and support services to ensure your health and wellbeing is prioritised. Our centre provides a modern, well-resourced learning environment with contemporary facilities and materials to support excellent teaching and learning outcomes.

About us

Happy Hearts Childcare and Kindergarten Warner is dedicated to providing exceptional early childhood education and care services to families in the Warner community. Our centre is committed to fostering a nurturing, inclusive and stimulating environment where every child can thrive and reach their full potential. We believe that early childhood is a critical period for development, and we partner with families to support children's learning, growth and wellbeing. Our team of qualified educators are passionate about creating meaningful learning experiences that celebrate each child's unique interests, strengths and abilities. At Happy Hearts, we embrace a child-centred approach to education, grounded in contemporary early childhood pedagogy and research-informed practice.