Early Childhood Teacher - Newport Gardens Early Years Centre ECMS’ philosophy is simple; We foster lifelong learning. As a result, we have been operating for over 29 years and are one of Victoria’s largest Early Years Managers – through 75 kindergartens and early learning and care centres, ECMS Educators impact the lives of 6,000 Victorian children each week. We are dedicated to consistently good learning outcomes, and being the place where the best early years people choose to be. We are seeking an enthusiastic and experienced Early Childhood Teacher to join our team at Newport Gardens Early Years Centre. This role works for 37.5 hours a week on a Monday to Friday from 8:30am - 4:00pm. This is a fixed-term role for the remainder of 2025. At Newport Gardens our team want to work here as the feel valued, that their individual qualities and knowledge is recognised and appreciated. To work here you must have a positive, collaborative and curious disposition, be bold, embrace diversity, be a great communicator who loves to laugh and have fun as well as seek professional growth. We are a large family friendly team whom are flexible and value childrens voices. We have a beautiful environment, amazing outdoors including a bush garden. We have efficient planning time, training opportunities including an annual conference where we all of ECMS come together and not to mention a fabulous coffee shop across the road. What will you do? Develop a high-quality educational program for the integrated kinder room in consultation with children, families and Educators to achieve agreed outcomes for children Work collaboratively with Educators to implement an educational program driven by children's interests, underpinned by the Early Years Learning Framework, that aims to achieve their holistic development and facilitate a smooth transition to school Document the delivery of the educational program, children's interests and assessments of their learning and development needs Be a motivated and driven Educator, with a critical reflection lens, who will inspire staff to critically reflect on their pedagogical practice, share ideas and identify innovative ways of achieving positive outcomes for children Contribute to a child safe environment ensuring standards are met on a daily basis More about you A Bachelor in Early Childhood or equivalent ACECQA approved qualification Current VIT registration Current Level 2 First Aid, CPR, Anaphylaxis & Asthma Certificate Have a sound knowledge of and experience with implementing the Early Years Learning Framework, National Quality Standards and Child Safety Standards What's in it for you? Paid school holidays off 50% childcare discount Exciting professional development opportunities including the annual conference for all ECMS staff, professional development days and development plans Access to a range of retail and recreational activities at significantly reduced rates via our fully sponsored Employee Benefits Program Funded First Aid (0012) ECMS promotes the safety, wellbeing, and inclusion of all children. Successful applicants are required to adhere to our child safe practices; policies can be located here. Applications from Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander peoples and people from diverse communities and backgrounds are encouraged. To begin a rewarding career with ECMS, click the apply button now Applications close 6th April 2025.