Early Childhood Teacher

**Job Title:**Early Childhood Teacher **Location:**Hillcrest, Adelaide, SA 5086

**Employment Type:**Part time

**No. of Hours:**38 Hours/Week

**No. of Positions:**1

**Start Date:**Immediate Start available

Are you passionate about providing a nurturing, inclusive, and stimulating environment where children can grow, learn, and thrive. Located in the heart of Hillcrest, Adelaide, SA, our modern, purpose-built centre caters for children aged 6 weeks to the start of school. We pride ourselves on our dedicated team, high-quality programs, and strong community connections.

About Us:

Treehouse Childcare and Early Learning Centre is a custom-built establishment that delivers exceptional childcare services from six weeks old to the start of school. Treehouse Childcare and Early Learning Centre maintain regular operating hours for 52 weeks yearly to offer ongoing family assistance.

Multiple spacious areas inside the facility contain well-equipped playrooms promoting exploration and creativity

Children show comfort and accessibility to facilities, including bathrooms that welcome trained toilet users and younger children

Our learning program ensures personalized development support for the specific needs of each student

Every child receives a welcoming and inclusive environment through our team membership, which includes professionals who excel at serving children with developmental delays, ASD, and different learning requirements

Our Culture and Values:

Our staff serves as the central element of our entire organization. The sustainable impact on child and family lives results from motivated employees who receive empowerment. Our core values include:

The organization delivers a protected framework that allows children and staff members to prosper together.

Innovation and Creativity: Encouraging new ideas and creative approaches in every aspect of our work

The organization dedicates itself to creating powerful bonds between team members, families, and across all community sectors in our region

Excellence and Integrity: Upholding the highest professionalism and ethical conduct standards in all our interactions

About the Role:

An**Early Childhood Teacher (ECT)**guides young children (typically ages 3-6) through their formative years, fostering their development in language, numeracy, and social-emotional skills. ECTs create engaging, developmentally appropriate learning environments and work with both individual children and small groups, according to jobs.nsw.gov.au. They also play a crucial role in supporting children's well-being and communicating their progress to parents and caregivers.

Key Roles and Responsibilities:

Planning and Implementation of Curriculum:

Develop and implement age-appropriate learning activities and lesson plans that cater to diverse learning styles and individual needs.

Creating a Supportive Learning Environment:

Foster a positive, stimulating, and safe learning environment where children can explore, learn, and grow.

Observing and Assessing Children:

Monitor children's development, progress, and behavior, documenting observations and communicating them to parents and other professionals.

Supporting Children's Well-being:

Provide care for children's basic needs, including hygiene, feeding, and first aid, and be alert to any signs of ill health or developmental concerns.

Parent Communication and Collaboration:

Maintain open communication with parents, sharing updates on their child's progress and collaborating on learning goals.

Professional Development:

Stay up-to-date with current practices in early childhood education and participate in professional development opportunities.

Leading and Supervising:

May supervise or lead support staff such as teacher's aides or assistants.

Promoting Health and Safety:

Teach children about health and safety concepts and ensure a safe environment for learning and play.

Developing Skills:

Help children develop a range of skills, including language, literacy, numeracy, motor skills, and social-emotional skills.

Using Various Teaching Methods:

Incorporate various teaching methods such as storytelling, drama, music, and discussion

Essential Requirements:

·Diploma of Early Childhood Education and Care (CHC50121)

· Bachelor's degree in Early Childhood Education preferred but not essential

· Previous experience in a leadership role within an early childhood setting

· Strong knowledge of theEarly Years Learning Framework (EYLF), the National Quality Framework (NQF)

and the Reggio Emilia approach

· Excellent communication, interpersonal, and organizational skills

· A passion for early childhood education and a commitment to providing exceptional care

Current Working with Children Check (WWCC)

Current Responding to Risks of Harm, Abuse and Neglect (RRHAN-EC)

Current Provide First Aid in an Education and Care Setting (HLTAID012)

Why Treehouse Childcare and Early Learning Centre?

· Be part of establishing a brand-new, state-of-the-art facility

· Supportive and collaborative work environment

· Opportunities for professional development and career advancement

How to Apply:

Please send your resume and a brief cover letter addressing your relevant experienceand why you are interested in the position toinfo@treehouse-childcare.com.au

For more information about the role or for any questions, feel free to contact Zarna Shah on 08 8261 1788.

We are an equal-opportunity employer and encourage applicants from all backgrounds to apply !