Montessori Early Childhood Teacher

Sunshine Coast

Part-Time or Full Time

Montessori International College (MIC) is a unique early learning service unlike anything you’ve seen. Set within 22 beautiful hectares of natural bushland and rainforest at Forest Glen, Sunshine Coast, Queensland.

Our Early Years team is seeking a dedicated Early Childhood Teacher for who believes in the development of the whole child. Montessori experience is desirable, but not essential.

The right person for this role will have an early childhood teaching degree and be excited by the prospect of joining a team committed to leading the way in best practice.

MIC offers potential candidates the opportunity to join a dynamic learning community.

About you

The ideal candidate is a well presented, reliable, energetic, passionate, caring leader who loves working with children and joyfully works as part of a team.

If this is your new adventure, you’re excited by learning new skills, investing in your practice and leading the way for the early learning community.

About the role

This role will be working in a Montessori classroom of 3-5 year olds, with an Early Childhood Educator in a collaborative partnership.

The candidate best suited to this role will demonstrate the capacity to:

• Participate in a Montessori Early Years program.
• Work within a team of Early Years Guides and educators, providing an exciting and meaningful program for children aged 3-6.
• Commit to consistently participating in professional development, critical reflection and leading the way in early childhood education.

What MIC offers you...

MIC offers you the opportunity to work with passionate, like-minded colleagues and be part of a learning community committed to influencing the future of education.

For more information, visit mic.qld.edu.au

Essential Criteria

• Minimum Early Childhood Teaching Degree, with experience working in an early years setting.
• Current First Aid, Anaphylaxis, Asthma CPR certificate
• Current Blue Card
• Experience working with children aged 3-6
• A love of the outdoors, gardening and nature
• Knowledge of Montessori Philosophy or a desire to delve into it - a Montessori 3-6 Diploma would be ideal
• An understanding of nature based play or possible experience in the area

Application Process

Interested applicants must complete the College's 'Application for Employment', available through the Employment Opportunities page on the College Website.

Your Application Submission should include:

• The College's Application for Employment
• A cover letter that addresses your suitability to the role including your understanding of Montessori pedagogy
• A resume detailing your qualifications and experience
• Contact details of two professional referees.

Interested candidates should forward their resume to [email protected]

Further Information

All enquiries related to this position should be directed to Rael Matthews, Deputy Principal, (07) 5442 3807 or via [email protected]