Early Childhood Teacher

Start your new future now We are in search of an Early Childhood Teacher to join our dedicated team of Educators working within the beautiful Montessori environment at our Blackstone (Ipswich) centre. Be supported as you settle in and become familiar with the centre, the Montessori teaching philosophy and existing staff before taking responsibility for your own Montessori classroom.

We are seeking a Bachelor qualified (or equivalent) Early Childhood Teacher (ECT) to join our team.

If you have experience in a Montessori environment or are looking to expand your knowledge and practice, then this is the opportunity for you. Watch the children flourish as you develop your skills in intentional teaching, implementing the Montessori philosophy, guiding the programme and practice, and creating a child-focused environment.

• 6 weeks Annual Leave entitlement.
• Generous classroom resource budget and additional personal/classroom IT device budget.
• Generous personal professional development budget.
• Highly discounted childcare for immediate family members.
• Employee discounts and benefits programme - FLARE.
• Annual bonus for Montessori-qualified staff.
• Funded training in the Montessori Method with MECTA.
• Annual staff conference, staff training plans and professional development courses to support lifelong learning.
• Personal wellness support with access to Employee Assistance Programme.

Building Futures Montessori is South East Queensland's leading Montessori childcare provider with locations in Forest Lake, Wavell Heights and Blackstone. We currently employ over 130 staff and are expanding in centre size, into new locations, and in affiliated businesses including Family Day Care and our "Your Child's Day" app.

Our success is driven by best-practice child-care and the adoption of the Montessori methodology by our highly-trained and enthusiastic team. All our educators are Montessori qualified or working towards a Montessori qualification.

Building Futures is committed to being a child safe organisation and has adopted the Queensland Government Statement of Shared Commitment.

With more than 15% of employees having served with this family-owned company for more than 10 years, you aren't just gaining a job, but an opportunity for professional growth within a stable and supportive environment.

• Bachelor of Early Childhood Education (or ACECQA assessed equivalent*).
  *International applicants please consult www.acecqa.gov.au/qualifications/nqf-approved to check whether your qualification is NQF approved before applying.
• Montessori experience is preferred, however there is opportunity to complete your company sponsored Montessori Diploma (0-6) through our associated training college, Building Futures Education.
• Working knowledge of National Quality Framework (NQF), Queensland Kindergarten Guidelines (QKLG) and The Early Years Learning Framework (EYLF).
• Demonstrated commitment to continuous improvement and learning.
• Excellent verbal, written and interpersonal communication skills.
• Current Blue Card or Exemption Card. Restricted persons need not apply.
• Registration with Queensland College of Teachers (QCT) or willing to obtain.
• Hold First Aid HLTAID012 & CPR or be willing to obtain within 3 months of commencement.

Interested? Apply today with your up-to-date resume and cover letter.

Your application will include the following questions:

• Do you have the legal right to live and work in Australia? (Note - sponsorship is not available)
• Do you hold a Bachelor of Education - Early Childhood or other ACECQA approved ECT qualification?
• How many years of experience do you have as an Early Childhood Teacher?
• Do you have experience working in a Montessori educational environment?
• Do you have a current Working with Children (WWC) Check?

What can I earn as an Early Childhood Teacher