Early Childhood Teacher

Montessori Academy is seeking a passionate and creative ECT to join our centre at Newcastle.

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. Our vision is to provide our students with an early learning experience that prepares them, not only for school, but for life. With more than 20 campuses across Sydney, and many more in development, Montessori Academy provides excellent career development options, fantastic training and development programs, and a real opportunity to learn and grow. For us, excellence in education is a journey, and we're with you every step of the way. To find our more visit: www.montessoriacademy.com.au

The Role
Montessori Academy is currently recruiting for passionate, creative and dedicated Early Childhood Teachers to join either their Newcastle team. This is a great opportunity for Teachers who are passionate about Early Childhood education to make their mark, and take Montessori Academy's already outstanding educational program to the next level. This role is highly dynamic and creative, giving the right candidate the opportunity to deliver a truly inspiring early learning experience.
Key Competencies:

• Excellent written and verbal communication skills
• Ability to work collaboratively and cooperatively in a team environment
• Strong understanding of the importance of family communications
• Leadership and mentoring skills
• Understanding of the Montessori Philosophy
• Experience working with preschool aged children
• Passionate about implementing early learning programs
• Commitment to the holistic development of their class

Essential Criteria

• Degree in Early Childhood Education/Teaching (or ACECQA equivalent) or studying towards with a Diploma qualification in Early Childhood Education
• Current Working with Children Check
• Available to work Monday to Friday
• 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
• Commitment to the holistic development of their class

Employee Benefits

• Staff discounts (childcare fees, private health insurance, gym memberships and other goods and service from local businesses)
• Fantastic training and development programs (ECT sponsorship, monthly in-house Montessori training etc.)
• Sponsored professional development for NESA Proficient Teachers
• Excellent career advancement opportunities
• 17.5% Annual Leave loading
• Supportive Management Team with a flat organisational structure

Think you have what it takes to join the Montessori Academy Team? We'd love to hear from you!
To apply now please click through to our application. Alternatively, contact Human Resources at jobs@montessoriacademy.com.au.