Bush Kindy Program Leader - Childcare/Preschool

We’re looking for a passionateDiploma-qualified or Early Childhood Teacherto lead ourBush Kindyprogram atSt Nicks. The successful educator will have a passion for supporting children to engage with nature, manage risk, and learn through play in local natural environments, including parks and green spaces. An understanding of the NQF and a collaborative, respectful approach are essential. Qualifications or experience in nature-based pedagogy will be highly regarded, but are not essential.

This is an exciting opportunity to not only continue our much-loved program but alsodevelop it to run across two Yarralumla locations. The successful candidate will also receivefully funded Level 3 Forest School Leader traininginSeptember 2025withBirrigai Outdoor School– a fantastic investment in your professional growth.

About the role Our Bush Kindy runs daily, just a short walk from the centre. Working with a small group of 10 preschoolers and another teacher, you’ll spend the day (9:30am–3:30pm) exploring local parks, embracing the Yarralumla community, and supporting children to connect deeply with nature.

You will:

Plan and leadnature-based learning experiencesthat encourage curiosity, risk-taking, and respect for the environment

Work alongside the Preschool teacher toobserve, document, and extend children’s learning

Collaborate with colleagues and familiesin a respectful, inclusive way

Help shape the next chapter of our Bush Kindy program acrosstwo Yarralumla sites

About us At St Nicks, we’re a community where creativity, curiosity, and culture thrive. Our approach includes:

Cultural diversity – Celebrating Greek language and culture while embracing all cultures

Nature connection – Bush Kindy three days a week, plus gardening sessions twice a week

Project-based learning – Encouraging deep, child-led exploration

Community involvement – Building meaningful connections locally

If you’re ready to take learning outdoors, inspire young minds, and lead a program that’s growing in exciting new ways, we’d love to hear from you.Flexible working arrangements (full-time or part-time) will be considered.