Early Childhood Teacher

Are you passionate about nurturing young minds and fostering a love for learning in children? Look no further! Join our dynamic team at Alive Catholic Early Learning Centre in Mount Barker, where we prioritise holistic child development and provide a supportive environment for both educators and children.

Why join the Alive Community?

• Competitive Salary: Enjoy generous above-award salary.
• Staff Benefits: Benefit from a 90% discount on long day care fees for your own children.
• Work-Life Balance: Set shift time each day, during school terms only.
• Professional Development: Grow both personally and professionally with opportunities for ongoing training and development.
• Supportive Environment: Work in a collaborative, authentic team environment where your voice is heard and valued.
• Networking Opportunities: Connect with educators across our Alive Centres and other Early Learning Centres, expanding your professional network.
• Modern Pedagogies: Be influenced by modern contemporary pedagogies and practices, staying at the forefront of early childhood education.
• Uniform-Free Environment: Embrace comfort and continuity with dress standards aligned with our co-located school.
• Release Time: Benefit from dedicated time for team meetings and documentation.

About us: 

Alive Catholic Early Learning Centre is a thriving 90-place Centre dedicated to supporting children's growth and development from 6 months to 5 years. Our holistic approach to learning emphasises child-led programs in every room, fostering a sense of curiosity and exploration.

About you:

• ACECQA approved Early Childhood Teacher qualification and current South Australian Teachers Registration 
• Current Working with Children Check (WWCC) clearance for South Australia
• First Aid ACECQA approved qualification – HTLAID012 (or willing to obtain)
• Responding to Risks of Harm, Abuse and Neglect – Education and Care (or willing to obtain)

About the role: 

We are seeking an ECT who is passionate about children’s development and has a collaborative leadership style which amplifies the strengths of the other educators in the room. You will have outstanding interpersonal skills and be able to facilitate a child-centred, contemporary learning environment which is age-appropriate for three to five-year-olds. Working primarily in the Kindy room as a secondary ECT, you will:

• Support child development and build strong relationships with both children and families to meet every child’s individual needs. 
• Work as part of a collaborative team with other experienced and likeminded educators.
• Assist in the creation of engaging and developmentally appropriate learning experiences that foster children's cognitive, social, emotional, and physical development. 
• Contribute to the planning, assessment, and evaluation cycle within your dedicated learning environment. 
• Participate in the creation, development and evaluation of individual learning plans in collaboration with other ECTs.
• Be strongly influenced by the Reggio Emilia Approach and other modern pedagogies.

How to Apply: 

If you're ready to embark on a rewarding career journey with us, please apply via SEEK or email [email protected]. For more information, visit our website at https://www.alivecatholic.org.au/working-with-us. If you have any questions or would like further details about the positions available, feel free to contact us at 8198 3200.

Join us in making a difference in the lives of young children and their families. Become a part of the vibrant Alive Community today!