Early Childhood Teacher

Daisy Learning Centre; Sydney; On-site; AUD 65,000 - 90,000; Full time

Job summary

Daisy Learning Centre, located in Sydney, NSW, is seeking a passionate Early Childhood Teacher (ECT) to provide high-quality education and care in a safe, nurturing and inclusive environment. You will plan play-based programs aligned with EYLF and NQS, supporting children's development, wellbeing and school readiness while documenting progress and collaborating with families and staff.

The role requires an approved ECT qualification, a minimum of 2 years’ experience, NSW WWCC, and a commitment

Qualifications

• Approved Early Childhood Teaching qualification recognised under ACECQA requirements.
• Minimum 2 years experience in an ECT role.
• Current NSW Working With Children Check (WWCC).
• Sound knowledge of the EYLF, National Quality Standard and National Regulations.
• Experience planning and implementing high-quality early childhood educational programs.
• Strong understanding of child development, play-based learning and inclusive teaching practices.
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills with families and team members.
• Ability to work collaboratively as part of a team while demonstrating initiative and professional responsibility.
• Strong organisational skills, documentation practices and attention to detail.
• Genuine passion for early childhood education and commitment to ongoing professional development.
• Current first aid, anaphylaxis and asthma management training, or willingness to obtain these as required.

Responsibilities

• Plan, implement and evaluate high-quality educational programs in line with EYLF and NQF.
• Develop engaging, child-centred and play-based learning experiences.
• Promote children’s social, emotional, physical and cognitive development, including school readiness.
• Observe, document and assess children’s learning and development, maintaining learning records and portfolios.
• Build positive relationships with children, families and colleagues.
• Collaborate with the Centre Director and Educational Leader to support quality outcomes.
• Maintain a safe, inclusive and stimulating learning environment compliant with regulations.
• Support children’s wellbeing, health, safety and supervision at all times.
• Contribute to curriculum planning, reflection and quality improvement initiatives.
• Communicate effectively with families about progress and wellbeing.
• Ensure compliance with National Quality Standard, National Regulations and service policies.

Skills

EYLF knowledge

NQS familiarity

Child development understanding

Play-based learning

Excellent communication

Team collaboration

Documentation practices

Professional development

Education

ACECQA-recognised Early Childhood Teaching qualification

Job description

Daisy Learning Centre is seeking a passionate, dedicated and qualified Early Childhood Teacher (ECT) to join our team. We are looking for an enthusiastic educator who is committed to providing high-quality early childhood education and care in a safe, nurturing and inclusive environment.

The successful candidate will play an important role in delivering an engaging, play-based learning program that supports children’s development, wellbeing, school readiness and lifelong love of learning.

At Daisy Learning Centre, we value teamwork, positive relationships with families, reflective practice and creating meaningful learning experiences for every child.

Key Responsibilities

Plan, implement and evaluate high-quality educational programs in line with the Early Years Learning Framework (EYLF) and the National Quality Framework (NQF).

Develop engaging, child-centred and play-based learning experiences that support children’s individual interests, strengths and developmental needs.

Promote children’s social, emotional, physical and cognitive development, including school readiness.

Observe, document and assess children’s learning and development, maintaining accurate learning records and portfolios.

Build positive and respectful relationships with children, families and colleagues.

Work collaboratively with the Centre Director, Educational Leader and educators to support continuous improvement and quality outcomes.

Maintain a safe, inclusive and stimulating learning environment that meets all relevant regulatory and service requirements.

Support children’s wellbeing, health, safety and supervision at all times.

Contribute to curriculum planning, critical reflection and quality improvement initiatives.

Communicate effectively with families about children’s progress, learning experiences and wellbeing.

Ensure compliance with the National Quality Standard, National Regulations, service policies and child safety requirements.

Skill & Experience

An approved Early Childhood Teaching qualification recognised under ACECQA requirements , minimum experience of 2 years in an ECT role

Current NSW Working With Children Check (WWCC).

Sound knowledge of the EYLF, National Quality Standard and National Regulations.

Experience in planning and implementing high-quality early childhood educational programs.

Strong understanding of child development, play-based learning and inclusive teaching practices.

Excellent communication and interpersonal skills, with the ability to build strong relationships with children, families and team members.

Ability to work collaboratively as part of a team while demonstrating initiative and professional responsibility.

Strong organisational skills, documentation practices and attention to detail.

A genuine passion for early childhood education and a commitment to continuous professional development.

Current first aid, anaphylaxis and asthma management training, or willingness to obtain these as required.