Early Childhood Program Instructor

**Be a part of an inspiring community** spanning across all our early learning centres. Work together with our dynamic team to leave a lasting impact on parents, students and the wider world. Join our team if you want to engage both the hearts and minds of children.

We cultivate a **people-focused culture** for our diverse team. Our company culture is vibrant and led by values. We know that when our people thrive, our business does too. As such, we want every one of our team members to feel fulfilled and valued while being motivated with passion, perseverance, integrity, agility and innovation. We know that **when our people thrive, so does our business.**

**Have you considered starting an exciting and rewarding career in early education? Are you interested in playing a significant role in the evolution of education?**

**Shichida has a long and established history as a global leader in whole-brain education.** Here at Shichida Australia, we strive to revolutionise the Australian educational landscape by providing a supportive, loving and accepting environment where children are inspired to develop their innate abilities.
- You love to contribute and make a difference to the children's learning journey and future generations.
- You are reliable.
- You have a growth mindset.
- You get excited with problem-solving and learning new things.
- You are eager to be part of a growing organisation.
- You want a full-time job and are committed.

ABOUT SHICHIDA

Shichida Australia uses a world-renowned teaching method backed by more than 60 years of evolving research into early childhood brain development. Our well-balanced program stimulates the development of the entire brain, with a strong emphasis on developing empathy, resilience, critical thinking and imagination. We aim to help young children learn, to inspire them to think about their role in the world and to provide them with tools and abilities to thrive. Shichida is an education for life and it sees itself as a partner with parents to provide the love, support and skills necessary to help each child achieve their potential.

EXCITING NEW OPPORTUNITY

If you want to progress your career in a growing organisation, Shichida Australia has many opportunities for growth.

YOUR ROLE:

- Deliver 4 Shichida classes per day to children from 0 - 6 years old
- Lead children and their parents through a range of fun and exciting games and activities
- Provide positive experiences to support children’s learning
- Liaise with families to provide support to children’s learning journey
- Prepare materials for class use
- Talk to prospective and current parents on the phone, or in person about the program
- Provide excellent customer service, support and guidance to parents
- Support general office administration as and when required
- Hours:

- School term: 4 weekdays (8:30am - 5:30pm) and Saturday morning (8:30am - 1pm)
- School holidays: 5 weekdays (8:30am - 5pm)

KEY SELECTION CRITERIA

TO BE SUCCESSFUL, THE PROGRAM INSTRUCTOR ROLE WILL REQUIRE
- Demonstrated initiative and drive to contribute to a growing company
- Demonstrated ability to work independently and as part of a team
- Excellent written and verbal communication skills
- Great interpersonal skills, with an ability to manage, lead and motivate parents and peers
- An understanding and appreciation of the importance of early education system
- Proven behaviour management skills
- Impressive work ethics
- Position to work at both our 2 centres: Chatswood, Parramatta

QUALIFICATIONS
- No restriction on working rights: Australian citizen or permanent resident only
- Bachelor Degree
- Prior experience working with children
- Valid Working with Children Check upon appointment

HOW TO APPLY

Applicants for this role must submit a resume, cover letter and a response to the selection criteria as outlined in the position description.

**Job Types**: Full-time, Permanent

**Salary**: From $49,000.00 per year

**Benefits**:

- Employee discount
- Referral program

Schedule:

- 8 hour shift
- Weekend availability

Supplementary Pay:

- Performance bonus

COVID-19 considerations:
COVID-19 considerations:
Ability to commute/relocate:

- Parramatta, NSW 2150: Reliably commute or planning to relocate before starting work (required)

Work Authorisation:

- Australia (required)