Early Childhood Teacher

Mansys; Sydney; On-site; AUD 80,000 - 90,000; Full time

Job summary

Explore & Develop North Richmond is hiring an Early Childhood Teacher to join our team in North Richmond NSW. The role involves planning and delivering play-based programs that respond to children’s interests and support learning, development and wellbeing.

You will collaborate with educators and families, maintain safety standards and contribute to reflective practice and continuous improvement within a nurturing learning environment.

Qualifications

• ACECQA-approved early childhood teaching qualification or higher.
• Current NSW Working with Children Check.
• First aid, CPR, asthma and anaphylaxis training relevant to education and care.

Responsibilities

• Plan, implement and evaluate play-based programs aligned with the EYLF and children’s needs.
• Support language, literacy, numeracy, creativity and social–emotional development.
• Observe, assess and document learning to inform planning.
• Create inclusive environments respecting diverse cultures and abilities.
• Build strong relationships with families and communicate about learning.
• Maintain supervision and comply with safety, health and wellbeing requirements.
• Collaborate with educators and leadership to improve teaching practices.
• Deliver indoor and outdoor activities developing physical skills and confidence.
• Use storytelling, songs and art to develop language and social skills.
• Engage in reflective practice and continuous improvement.

Skills

Communication

Organisation

Teamwork

Education

ACECQA-approved ECE qualification

Bachelor of Early Childhood Education (or Graduate Diploma)

NSW Working with Children Check

Job description

Job Type: Permanent position | Full time position

Job Description

Early Childhood Teacher Explore & Develop North Richmond | North Richmond NSW | Full time Annual salary: A$80,000 to A$90,000 plus superannuation. Our client, Explore & Develop North Richmond, is seeking a passionate and dedicated Early Childhood Teacher to join its team. This purpose-built early childhood service offers a play-based, emergent curriculum that responds to children’s interests and supports their learning, development and wellbeing. You will plan and deliver engaging educational programs, build strong partnerships with families and work collaboratively with educators to provide a safe, inclusive and nurturing learning environment.

Main responsibilities

• Plan, implement and evaluate play-based educational programs aligned with the Early Years Learning Framework and children’s interests, strengths and developmental needs.
• Use intentional teaching to support children’s language, early literacy, numeracy, creativity and social and emotional development.
• Observe, assess and document children’s learning and progress, using this information to inform future planning.
• Create inclusive learning environments that respect children’s cultures, backgrounds and individual abilities.
• Build respectful relationships with children and families and communicate regularly about learning, development and wellbeing.
• Maintain active supervision and follow child safety, health, hygiene and child protection requirements.
• Collaborate with educators and centre leadership to improve teaching practice and support children’s transition to school.
• Plan and deliver indoor and outdoor learning activities that develop children’s physical abilities, fine and gross motor skills, coordination and confidence.
• Use storytelling, songs, rhymes, music, art and role play to develop children’s language, early literacy, creativity and social interaction skills.
• Participate in reflective practice, professional development and continuous improvement in line with the National Quality Standard.

Qualifications and requirements

An ACECQA-approved early childhood teaching qualification, such as a Bachelor of Early Childhood Education or an approved Graduate Diploma in Early Childhood Teaching. Current NESA accreditation permitting employment as an Early Childhood Teacher.

At least one year of experience in a childcare centre setting. Desirable are a sound understanding of child development, and the National Quality Standard.

Current NSW Working with Children Check for paid employment. Current first aid, CPR, asthma and anaphylaxis training relevant to an education and care setting. Strong communication, organisation and teamwork skills, with a commitment to inclusive practice and children’s safety and wellbeing.

Please note All potential employees will be required to comply with Explore and Develop Child Safe Policy and Code of Conduct Policy. Our screening process includes but is not limited to, Professional reference checks, Criminal Records Checks, Working with Children Checks and checks of social media accounts.