As an Early Childhood Teacher at Nature Kids Childcare Centre, your primary responsibility is to deliver high-quality early childhood education that supports the development and well-being of children in a safe, nurturing, and stimulating environment. You will work closely with a team of educators to foster a love for learning, promote creativity, and ensure each child's social, emotional, cognitive, and physical growth.

Benefits

• A supportive and inclusive team environment.

• Opportunities for long-term employment and career progression.

• A competitive salary package.

• Ongoing professional development and training opportunities.

• Access to resources and materials to enhance teaching effectiveness.

Task & responsibilities

• Plan, design, and structure developmentally appropriate indoor and outdoor learning environments using a wide range of materials, resources, and equipment to support children’s holistic development.
• Develop and implement age-appropriate learning activities and experiences that promote motor skills, social cooperation, confidence, creativity, and cognitive understanding.
• Foster language and communication development through storytelling, role play, songs, rhymes, group discussions, and individual interactions.
• Observe, monitor, and assess children’s learning, behaviour, and development to evaluate progress and identify individual learning needs.
• Identify and respond to early signs of ill health, emotional disturbance, behavioural concerns, or developmental delays, and take appropriate action in line with centre policies.
• Monitor and support children’s nutritional intake, health, welfare, and safety needs, identifying and addressing factors that may impede learning or development.
• Maintain accurate records, observations, and developmental reports, and adjust learning plans and teaching strategies accordingly.
• Build and maintain positive, professional relationships with parents and families, communicating children’s progress, achievements, and areas for development.
• Participate in and contribute to parent interviews, staff meetings, and committee meetings to discuss children’s learning outcomes and centre practices.
• Promote a safe, inclusive, and supportive learning environment that respects diversity and supports children’s social and emotional wellbeing.
• Collaborate with colleagues to plan curriculum, share teaching strategies, and improve educational outcomes.
• Participate in community and family support programs to strengthen partnerships between the service, families, and the wider community.
• Support, supervise, and mentor student teachers or trainees on placement, providing guidance, feedback, and professional support.
• Engage in ongoing professional development to remain current with early childhood education frameworks, regulations, and best practices.
• Provide emotional support and implement strategies that foster social and emotional growth in children.

Qualification & experience

Qualification & Experience:

• Minimum Bachelor degree
• Minimum 1 year of experience in the related field.
• Ability to lead and work in a team under pressure.
• Strong communication, time management, and multitasking skills.
• Proficient in managing children's behaviours and needs calmly.
• Experience in planning engaging learning activities.
• Skilled in building positive relationships with parents.