Mary MacKillop Childcare North Queensland provides high-quality provision of care to families across the Diocese of Townsville, which stretches from Ingham in the North, Proserpine in the South, Mount Isa in the West and Palm Island to the East. We have grown to include 6 Early Learning Centres, 9 Kindergartens and 14 Outside School Hours Care centres.
About the position
At Columba Kindergarten and Care, Charters Towers we provide long day-care for children aged 3-5 through a Queensland Government approved Kindergarten program. We offer before, after school care and vacation care for not only children that attend the school but also the greater community.
We have a rare opportunity for a passionate and creative Kindergarten Teacher to commence on a full-time fixed term basis until December 2025. Located at Columba Catholic Kindergarten, this position will commence as soon as practicable.
As the Kindergarten Teacher, you will provide quality care and education that supports children’s individual developmental and educational needs within a Play Based Learning context, working in partnership with families and stakeholders.
What you’ll need to succeed:
- Tertiary qualifications in Teaching/Early Childhood Education or working towards one
- Current registration or eligibility for registration with Queensland College of Teachers
- Current First Aid Certificate Including CPR, Asthma and Anaphylaxis
- Understanding and knowledge of National Quality Framework and Early Years Learning Framework
- The ability to work effectively in a close-knit team environment
- Passionate and dedicated to providing the highest standard of education for our children and their families
We offer our employees:
- Competitive salary on offer paying above the award rates
- Paid birthday leave day for eligible staff
- Childcare discount of up to 75%
- Work similarly to a school setting with non-contact during the holiday periods
- Financial support of First Aid, CPR, Asthma & Anaphylaxis
- Insurance benefits with Queensland Country Health
- Experienced teams offering advice, guidance and support to our services
- Corporate partnerships with Fitness providers (location specific)
- Salary Packaging
- Opportunities for professional development
How to apply If you are interested in joining our vibrant teams at MMCNQ, please submit your resume and cover letter via the APPLY NOW link. Interviews will commence as applications are received.
If you have any questions about this position, please contact our HR team on employment@mmcnq.catholic.edu.au or 07 4726 3284.