The Company: Established in 2000, Montessori Academy is Australia's leading and largest provider of Montessori early childhood education for children under the age of six. We are a child safe organisation with vision to provide our students with an early learning experience that prepares them, not only for school, but for life. With campuses across NSW/ACT, VIC and China, Montessori Academy provides excellent career development options, fantastic training and development programs, and a real opportunity to learn and grow. For more information see: www.montessoriacademy.com.au
Location: Alexandria Montessori Academy
The Role: In a Montessori classroom, educators serve as a link between the Prepared Environment and the children. Their role is to observe the children and guide them in their own unique learning process, to help them develop a life‐long love of learning.
You are expected to be an active member of a team which provides high quality education and care for all enrolled children that is consistent with the service philosophy, procedures and policies, the Early Years Learning Framework (EYLF) and as per the National Quality Framework.
About you:
* Certificate III, Diploma or Degree in Early Childhood Education and Care (or ACECQA equivalent)
* Current Working with Children Check
* First Aid Certificate or willing to obtain one
* Excellent understanding and working knowledge of the National Quality Framework, which includes: National Regulations, National Quality Standards (NQS), and the Early Years Learning Framework (EYLF)
* Excellent written and verbal communication skills
* Ability to work collaboratively and cooperatively in a team environment
* Strong understanding of the importance of family communications
What we offer:
* Above award rate of pay
* Virtual and in‐person Montessori workshops
* Fully funded ECT courses
* 50% staff discount on childcare fees
* Access to Employee Assistance Program
* Generous classroom budgets for events and resources
* Great company culture that is fun, professional, and supportive of all team members
Early Childhood Educator - Montessori Academy • Eastern Suburbs Sydney, NSW, AU
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