Montessori Lead Educator (0-3)

Absorbent Minds Montessori Early Education; Burpengary; On-site; AUD 70,000 - 85,000; Full time

Job summary

Absorbent Minds Montessori Early Education in Burpengary, Queensland, invites a dedicated Lead Montessori Guide to join our Infant Community (15 months–3 years) in a permanent full-time role (38 hours per week). Availability 7:00am to 2:30pm, Monday to Friday, is required.

In this role you will be supported by two full-time assistants plus one lunch/programming cover assistant, with 12 children in your classroom daily.

Qualifications

• Must have 2+ years of room leadership in a Montessori environment.
• Montessori 0-3 qualification (or working towards) is required.
• Diploma of Early Childhood Education and Care (or ACECQA approved) required.

Responsibilities

• Lead the Infant Community (15 months–3 years) and oversee a classroom of ~12 children.
• Create and maintain a stimulating, well-prepared environment in line with EYLF/NQS.
• Supervise with two full‑time assistants plus one lunch/programming cover assistant.
• Engage families and colleagues to support children’s development and wellbeing.

Skills

Montessori experience

Room Leader experience

Education

Diploma of Early Childhood Education and Care (or ACECQA equivalent)

Montessori 0-3 (working towards)

Job description

We are seeking a dedicated and caring Lead Montessori Guide to join our Infant Community (15 months–3 years) in a permanent full-time role (38 hours per week). This position requires availability 7:00am to 2:30pm, Monday to Friday.

You will be allocated 3 hours a week programming, which is flexible to suit your preference to complete before or after your shift, plus 30 minutes non-contact each morning 7:00-7:30am, to ensure your room environment is prepared for the children.

There will be 12 children (aged between 15 months and 3 years) in your classroom daily, with the children attending on set programs.

You will be supported by two (2) full time assistant educators and one (1) lunch/programming cover assistant.

About You

We want educators who see early childhood education as a calling, not just a job. Educators who genuinely want to work with children, nurture their development, and build meaningful connections with families and colleagues.

Our Room Leader must:

• be able to work full-time Monday to Friday 7:00am to 2:30pm (maximum of 38 hours per week)
• have 2 years or more of experience as a Room Leader in a Montessori environment;
• hold (or is working towards) Montessori 0-3 qualification;
• hold Diploma of Early Childhood Education and Care (or equivalent approved by ACECQA);
• have an understanding of the Early Years Learning Framework and National Quality Standard;
• hold a current Blue Card (or be eligible to obtain a Blue Card); and
• hold current First Aid, Anaphylaxis and Asthma certificates (or be able to obtain these certificates).

About Us

We are a family-owned and operated Montessori Long Daycare Centre located in Burpengary, Queensland. Our purpose-built facility, established in August 2022, is dedicated to nurturing children’s development through the Montessori philosophy. We cater to children aged 6 months to school age across our Nido, Infant, and Children’s House communities.

Our Centre fosters a supportive, collaborative work environment and operates from 7:00 am to 6:00 pm, Monday to Friday, excluding public holidays and a two-week closure over Christmas/New Year.

We are dedicated to improving the working standard of early childhood educators and this is reflective in your commencing wage being substantially above the award wage.

We also are committed to providing a diverse and inclusive workplace for our people and our community. Applications from First Nations Peoples, people of all ages, cultural backgrounds, abilities, and LGBTIQ+ identity are welcomed.