Early Childhood Teacher

Target Business Services Location: 79 Bransgrove Road, Revesby NSW 2212 Salary: $90,000 - $95,000 plus 12% superannuation Position: Full time, Permanent

Our client Montessori Learning Tree – Revesby is seeking a passionate, qualified and committed Early Childhood Teacher (ECT) to join its growing early learning team. Montessori Learning Tree is a Montessori childcare and early learning service that provides an environment where children are encouraged to develop confidence, independence, curiosity and a genuine love of learning. The centre's educational approach combines Montessori principles with play, intentional teaching, interest-based learning, Indigenous education and the Early Years Learning Framework (EYLF).

Key Responsibilities

• Develop, implement and evaluate high-quality educational programs consistent with the EYLF and Montessori principles.
• Plan intentional learning experiences that respond to children's individual interests, abilities, developmental needs and emerging skills.
• Establish and maintain a carefully prepared, engaging and inclusive learning environment that encourages children to explore, make choices and develop independence.
• Observe children's learning and development and maintain accurate records, portfolios and documentation to demonstrate individual progress and learning outcomes.
• Use observations and assessments to inform future curriculum planning and ensure learning experiences remain relevant and responsive.
• Support children's development across social, emotional, physical, language, cognitive and communication domains.
• Encourage children to develop confidence, independence, problem-solving skills, curiosity and a positive approach to learning.
• Establish warm, respectful and responsive relationships with children and provide appropriate guidance to support positive behaviour and social development.
• Maintain effective supervision of children and ensure their safety, wellbeing and protection at all times.
• Develop positive and respectful relationships with parents and families and communicate appropriately regarding children's learning, development, wellbeing and participation.
• Work collaboratively with educators to maintain consistency in curriculum implementation, routines, supervision and children's learning experiences.
• Contribute to the development, review and continuous improvement of the centre's educational program and practices.
• Participate in team meetings, professional discussions and ongoing professional development.
• Maintain accurate documentation and comply with applicable education and care legislation, regulations, policies and National Quality Framework requirements.
• Contribute to an inclusive environment that respects children's individual backgrounds, abilities, cultures, families and communities.
• Support the centre's commitment to sustainability, community participation and respectful relationships.

About You

• A Bachelor of Early Childhood Education or another ACECQA-approved early childhood teaching qualification and a minimum of one year relevant experience.
• Current teacher registration with the relevant NSW authority or eligibility for registration.
• A current Working With Children Check.
• Current First Aid, CPR, Asthma and Anaphylaxis qualifications, as required.
• Strong knowledge and practical understanding of the EYLF and National Quality Framework.
• Strong observation, assessment and documentation skills.
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills.
• Ability to establish positive relationships with children, families and colleagues.
• Strong understanding of children's health, safety, wellbeing and safeguarding requirements.

Why Join Montessori Learning Tree?

• A supportive and collaborative team environment.
• Ongoing training and professional development opportunities.
• The opportunity to contribute to an educational program incorporating Montessori, play, intentional teaching and EYLF principles.
• Opportunities to contribute ideas and participate in continuous improvement.
• A workplace culture that values respectful relationships between children, families, educators and the wider community.

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