Early Childhood Teacher

Discovery Bay Early Learning and Kindergarten – Werribee Campus is growing and to support more learners that have enrolled to our Montessori-STEM government funded kindergarten programs,  we  are  now  seeking  and  offering  enthusiastic  Early  Childhood  Teacher  the opportunity to teach within a team as exceptional as you are.  Positions available for full-time only.

About Discovery Bay Early Learning and Kindergarten

The Discovery Bay Group has built a company centred around uniqueness, balance, and fun. Working within a collaborative team environment, you are supported and encouraged to act on your ideas. We foster the same philosophy for our team members as we do for children attending our services – share your ideas, investigate, take risks and Discover your World.

Discovery Bay offers early education and care to children between the ages of 6months – 6yrs.  The  inquiry-based  program  offered  incorporates  principles  from  STEM,  EYLF  and Montessori as a learning philosophy.

Shared Values:

• Respect for diversity and the wider community
• Uniqueness; inclusion and family involvement
• Environmental responsibility

Qualities/ key attributes:

• High level of integrity, professionalism, and honesty Excellent time management and organisational abilities
• Solid understanding and practical application of NQF and EYLF
• An understanding of inquiry-based learning would be an advantage
• Ability to problem solve and work collaboratively within a team environment Prompt decision making skills & rational thinking
• Passionate about actively educating young minds
• Motivated to upskill and seeking opportunities to advance your career as an early childhood educator

Essential Requirements:

• VIT Provisional or Full registered Bachelor in Early Childhood Teaching or equivalent.
• Previous experience in working in a Montessori environment would be an advantage.
• Current CPR & First Aid including emergency Asthma & Anaphylaxis management.
• Valid national police clearance
• Mandatory Reporting Certificate
• Do Food Safety Certificate
• A   clear   understanding   of   the   National   Quality   Standards,   National   Law,   and Regulations

What we offer:

• A well-resourced Montessori-STEM classrooms
• 6 weeks fixed rotated shifts.
• Staff discounts on childcare fees (conditions apply)
• A whole year worth of professional learning development
• Effective Mentoring Program
• In-house Montessori-STEM training incentive (conditions apply)
• VIT registration support from a well-experienced full VIT registered mentor
• Regular and ongoing mentoring
• A full day worth of classroom planning
• Career growth in the company
• Supportive management team
• A fun and engaging environment
• Monthly RDO (condition apply)
• 2 weeks Christmas break
• Up to 5 weeks annual leave
• Above awards pay.

If you are seeking the opportunity for career growth, please e-mail your resume and cover letter to [email protected]. Resumes will be accepted up until Friday 12th of January 2024. Please note only interviewees will be contacted.

We are a child safe and equal employment opportunity employer. We encourage applications from

people of the Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander communities and people from culturally and/or linguistically diverse backgrounds.