Early Childhood Program Instructor

Have you contemplated starting a rewarding career in early education? Are you ready to play a significant role in the evolution of education? Do you want to engage both the hearts and the minds of children? Then this is your chance to be a part of Shichida’s mission to make a difference.

**ABOUT YOU**
- You want to make a difference to the children's learning journey and future generations
- 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 are reliable
- You can commit to a full-time position

**WHAT YOU WILL GET**
- Yearly performance bonus
- Employee discount on the program & shop
- Employee referral incentive
- Regular professional development
- Empowering and supportive work environment focused on wellbeing
- Partner discounts with various retailers through our employee platform

**ABOUT YOUR NEW ROLE**
- Deliver up to 4 Shichida classes per day to children from 0 to 6 years old
- Lead children and parents through a range of engaging activities in accordance with the curriculum
- Positively influence children’s learning and development
- Actively liaise and partner with parents to support their children’s learning journey
- Prepare materials for class use
- Connect with current and prospective parents about the program on the phone or face-to-face
- Represent Shichida values and provide excellent customer experience to our families
- Assist with general office operations as and when required

**KEY SELECTION CRITERIA**
- Demonstrated passion for working with children
- An understanding and appreciation of the importance of the early education system
- Demonstrated initiative and drive to contribute to a growing organisation
- Ability to work independently, inter-dependently and collaboratively
- Proven behavioural management skills
- Excellent communication and interpersonal skills

**SCHEDULE & LOCATION**
- School term hours**:4 weekdays** (8:30am - 5:30pm); and **Saturday morning** (8:30am-1:00pm)
- School holiday hours**:5 weekdays** (8:30am - 5:00pm)
- We have a position open at a couple of our centres

**WHAT YOU WILL BRING**
- The right to work in Australia without restriction: citizen or permanent resident
- Prior experience working with children (highly advantageous)
- Valid Working with Children Check
- A bachelor’s degree

**ABOUT YOUR NEW TEAM**

We cultivate a **people-focused culture for our diverse team **and our company culture is vibrant and led by values. Our Shichida values are deeply ingrained in how we work as a team, individually, and with/for the families that we have the chance to impact:

- Making a difference
- Building trustworthy relationships
- Grow and be curious
- Fun above all

We know that when **our people thrive, so does our organisation**. As such, we want everyone in our team to feel fulfilled and valued whilst being motivated with passion, perseverance, integrity, and innovation.

**ABOUT SHICHIDA**

Shichida has a long and established history as a global leader in whole-brain education. Backed by more than 60 years of evolving research into early childhood brain development, our holistic and balanced curriculum is designed to stimulate the development of the entire brain, with a strong emphasis on developing empathy, resilience, critical thinking, and imagination.

Our **vision **is to shape a **better future** through the next generation of **leaders**. Shichida is an education for life. 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.

At Shichida Australia, our **mission** is to **revolutionise** the landscape of early childhood education by instilling a **lifelong love of learning** and unleashing the **full potential** of each child. We strive to do so in a supportive, loving and acceptive environment. Our dynamic team is dedicated to leaving a lasting impact on children, parents and the wider world.

**READY TO MAKE A DIFFERENCE?**

Applicants for this role must send their resume, cover letter and a response to the Key Selection Criteria above.

**JOB TYPES**: Full-time, Permanent

**Benefits**:

- Employee discount
- Referral program

Schedule:

- 8 hour shift
- Weekend availability

Supplemental pay types:

- Performance bonus

Work Authorisation:

- Australia (required)

Work Location: In person