Culture and Incentives

• PHD Early Childhood Professor - Work alongside Dr Deborah Harcourt in Reggio Emilia theory and practices to understand research in real time and inquire more into your own theories as a teacher with innovate and reflective practice.
• Generous Payrates- Above award salary based on qualifications and experience.
• We are participating in the Worker Retention Payment Grant.
• Additional Leave: 6 weeks annual leave per year
• Generous Staff Recognition- Birthday, Anniversary & Christmas gifts, weekly casual dress day, monthly staff meal, staff celebrations and Christmas party, end of year centre awards.
• Tailored and frequent PD Opportunities - including working alongside PHD Professor Dr Deborah Harcourt, REAIE membership, networking and opportunities to deepen professional knowledge and practice. We work with our team to provide individual and group opportunities to follow their passions and continue to grow as professionals.
• Brand New Purpose-Built Environments - including newly constructed natural outdoor learning environment with adventure play opportunities.
• Paid First Aid & Child Safety Courses: All CPR, full First Aid, and Child Safety Protection courses and certificates are paid for.
• Set Shifts - Providing you with predictability.
• Generous Non-Contact Allocation - 6 hours a week in 2 hour blocks.
• Discounted Childcare

About Us

The St Clare Group have been providing quality care and education since 2016. Each centre in the group has its own unique character and offers services that reflect the local communities in which they are located who are run by experienced directors.

The Arlington Early Education and Care centre located in Toowong is a nearly renovated purpose-built heritage listed building with generous outdoor environments and amazing views of the city! Our philosophy for teachers at The Arlington is we are committed to supporting educators as lifelong learners who will always act collectively and collaboratively in the best interests of children and each other. Educators will nurture a culture of learning that is based on professional curiosity, diversity in views and opinions and a mutual respect for the many ways of knowing, understanding, and interacting with the world, including indigenous knowledge. They will embrace an approach to professional practice that preserves Australia’s commitment to ensuring all children’s right to achieve their full potential, regardless of circumstance is upheld.

About The Role

We have a long-term stable opportunity for a qualified and passionate Early Childhood Teacher to join our team. As a Teacher at The Arlington Early Education and Care you will be responsible for delivering the Kindergarten Program and inspire a love of learning in children and foster their development through purposeful, intentional teaching practices that are delivered with creativity and energy. You will build meaningful relationships with families, so each child has a strong sense of belonging that supports them to thrive. Your love of teaching will be reflected in how you mentor and guide educational practices in your room, and in your work with the broader centre leadership team to develop, review, and implement high-quality early learning programs, to ensure you're achieving optimal outcomes for our children.

Skills and Requirements

• Completed or working towards Bachelor's Degree in Early Childhood or equivalent (Recognised by ACECQA)
• Prior teaching experience in a childcare environment is essential
• Experience delivering a Kindy Approved program
• Knowledge in the QKLG and Kindy Funding requirements
• Current First Aid, CPR, Asthma, Anaphylaxis certification and valid Blue Card
• Enjoy co-collaborating, developing and maintaining open relationships with parents and fellow Educators
• Excellent communication, planning and time management skills

If you have any questions, please do not hesitate to reach Ebony via email at [email protected] or call 0436 350 979