AddressAbout Us
Big Bear Academy is an Australian owned and family run business with a proven record of providing high-quality care in an environment that is engaging, creative, interactive and most of all fun, giving children the best start to their educational journey.
Our recently acquired North Rocks centre is looking for a passionate Early Childhood Teacher with the knowledge and vision to continue our journey of being the leading Early Learning Centre in our area.
Why Join Us?
Our dedicated team enjoy:
- Small 24 place centre catering to 3-6 year olds only
- Above award wages
- Significantly higher educator to child ratio (at least 2 above minimum requirement in each room)
- Respect from the team and all levels of management
- Shown appreciation on a daily basis
- Rotating roster and flexibility to accommodate with life commitments, where possible
- Birthday Leave as well as generous sick and annual leave
- Extensive programming time, reflection and preparation time included in hours
- Fresh meals provided daily
- Paid professional development courses
- A strong focus on career development and personal growth
- An opportunity to work with an amazing team of educators and extremely supportive management
About the Role
We are looking for a passionate Early Childhood Teacher with the knowledge and vision to continue our journey of being the leading Preschool room in our area.
Your duties will include but not be limited to:
- Designing, planning, implementing and evaluating educational programs and practices, including following and implementing an approved learning framework
- Building and nurturing respectful and meaningful relationships with children and their families, educators, and management
- Leading and supporting the wellbeing, learning and development of children
- Providing pedagogical leadership coaching, mentoring and supervising staff
- Complying with, and supporting other educators to comply with, service policies and legislation
- Working with community members and external agencies.
About You
Along with your strong work ethic, relevant experience and passion for ensuring that children’s interests come first, you'll be/have:
- Early Childhood Teaching qualification or equivalent. Working towards applicants are also eligible
- A deep understanding of children’s development in the early years
- Able to self-reflect on teaching practices and develop skills
- Have excellent leadership and teamwork skills, competent in taking initiative
- Be innovative, creative, and motivated to work toward our common goal of creating a high-demand service
- Hold a current Working with Children Check
- Hold a current First Aid Certificate
- Hold current Asthma and Anaphylaxis Certificates
- Completed the updated Child Protection course
How to Apply
If this opportunity is the one for you, please apply via SEEK today. Making sure to include a brief cover letter and your up to date resume outlining your recent experience. Please note that only short listed applicants will be contacted.
We look forward to hearing from you!
*$5,000 sign up bonus will be paid after probation period.
