About the business

Spring Hill Cubbyhouse Montessori (SHCM) is a 57 place family-owned child care centre. We engage a holistic approach using our partnership with families to support the children's learning through Montessori. Our passionate team have built a strong rapport with all families and children as we believe in preparing the children for life. We come from a range of backgrounds and bring a diverse strengths and experience to the centre.

As a centre, career development, professional development and training are available to all team members. We are passionate about supporting our staff in career advancement and opportunities to grow their skills. Our dedicated specialists’ educators are passionate about supporting and assisting the staff in their roles and responsibilities.

About the role

As Early Childhood Teacher and an advocate for Montessori Education, you will be responsible for Cycle One Kindergarten Classroom of children aged between 2.5 to 5 years old. This includes:

develop and maintain meaningful relationships and partnerships with children, families and fellow team members

being a strategic thinker who can support and communicate in partnership with all stakeholders the vision of Cubbyhouse Montessori

being knowledgeable and experienced implementing best practices in Montessori and an awareness of contemporary education

create strong alliances and relationships with the community and surrounding networks

support room educators in their Montessori journey

understand and interpret the relevant industry regulations and legislation, including, NQS, EYLF and QKLG and the Montessori philosophy

driven to provide an exceptional quality Kindergarten programme

ensure that the room presentation is maintained to the highest standard.

Qualifications and experience

An ACECQA recognised degree in Education (Early Childhood)

AMI/AMS Montessori diploma or equivalent recognised Montessori qualification (3-6 years age group)

Experience within the Early Childhood sector

Experience in a Montessori setting

Current First Aid, CPR, Asthma and Anaphylaxis certifications, and Child Protection Training

Current Working with Children Check

A strong inclusive team member

Ability to effectively communicate with all stakeholders

Articulate well verbally and in writing

Benefits

An established centre with the best, most enthusiastic and the most kind staff you could ask for

1 year contract starting the beginning of Term 4, can be either full time (38hrs per week) or part time (27.5hrs per week). Must be available 9am-3pm Monday to Friday during school term.

Above award salary package commensurate with experience and qualifications

Ongoing Montessori training and professional development opportunities

Permanent part-time or full-time, ability to work 4 or 5 days a week or a 9 day fortnight

Great company culture that is fun, professional, and supportive of all team members

If you think you have the potential, we would love to hear from you. Please submit an application with your resume and cover letter explaining why you are so passionate about the Early Years sector and Montessori Education.