Small Friends Playschool is seeking a passionate and dedicated Early Childhood Teacher (ECT) to join our team in Singleton, WA 6175. This is a part-time (2-3 days per week) position that plays a vital role in providing high-quality early childhood education and care to our young learners. As an ECT, you will be instrumental in creating a nurturing, stimulating environment where children aged 2.5-5 years can develop socially, emotionally, physically and intellectually. This position is essential to our commitment to delivering exceptional childcare and education services that support each child's unique developmental journey.
About us- Small Friends Playschool is a committed provider of quality early childhood education and care in the Singleton community. We believe in creating warm, nurturing environments where every child feels safe, valued and inspired to learn and explore. Our philosophy centres on play-based learning, partnership with families and supporting each child's individual developmental needs. We are dedicated to maintaining high standards of care and education whilst fostering a sense of belonging and community for all the families.
- What you'll be doing
- Planning and delivering age-appropriate educational activities and play-based learning experiences that promote children's development across all areas of the curriculum
- Providing direct care and supervision to children in a safe, supportive and inclusive environment
- Building meaningful relationships with children and families, fostering trust and open communication
- Observing and assessing children's development and learning to inform planning and identify areas for support
- Maintaining health, safety and hygiene standards in accordance with regulatory requirements and best practice
- Collaborating with colleagues and families to support children's wellbeing and learning goals
- Participating in team meetings, professional development and continuous improvement initiatives
- Maintaining accurate records and documentation as required by legislation and internal policies
- What we're looking for
- A recognised Early Childhood Teaching qualification (Diploma of Early Childhood Education and Care or equivalent) with a minimum 3 years experience
- Current registration with the Australian Children's Education and Care Quality Authority (ACECQA) or eligibility to obtain registration
- A current Working with Children Check (WWC) clearance or willingness to obtain one
- Current First Aid and CPR certification relevant to early childhood
- A genuine passion for working with young children and supporting their development
- Excellent communication and interpersonal skills to work effectively with children, families and colleagues
- Strong knowledge of the National Quality Standard (NQS) and early childhood best practice methodologies EYLF
- Ability to create inclusive, welcoming environments that celebrate diversity and meet individual needs
- Flexibility, reliability and a positive attitude towards collaborative teamwork
- Commitment to ongoing professional development and maintaining current knowledge of early childhood education
- This position is not suitable for those seeking VISA sponsorship
Pay: $35.00 – $40.00 per hour
Work Location: In person
