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Add expected salary to your profile for insightsThe CompanyEstablished in 2000, Montessori Academy is Australia''s leading and largest provider of Montessori early education for children under the age of six.Our vision is to provide our students with an exceptional early learning experience that prepares them, not only for school, but for life.Distinguishing Montessori Academy, is that we take pride in being more than an educational childcare service. Our goal is to partner with our families to facilitate and guide each child''s unique development journey, while nurturing and respecting their family, community and cultural background.Montessori Academy provides excellent career development options, fantastic training and development programs, and a real opportunity to learn and grow. For us, excellence in education is a journey, and we''re with you every step of the way.The RoleThis is a great opportunity for an experienced Centre Director to lead a fantastic team and take Montessori Academy''s already outstanding educational program to the next level. This role is highly dynamic and fast paced, giving the right candidate the opportunity to work autonomously and truly make the service their own.Key CompetenciesStrong understanding of industry legislation, compliance and regulationsExcellent written and verbal communication skillsStrong understanding of business managementAbility to work collaboratively and cooperatively in a team environmentStrong understanding of the importance of family communicationsLeadership and mentoring skillsExcellent management skillsCurriculum planning skillsUnderstanding of the Montessori PhilosophyExperience working with preschool aged childrenPassionate about implementing early learning programsCommitment to the holistic development of their classEssential CriteriaTwo or more years'' experience managing a childcare serviceCurrent Working with Children CheckAbility to work shifts between 7:30am - 6:00pm Monday - FridayFirst Aid Certificate or willing to obtain oneUnderstanding and working knowledge of the National Quality Framework, which includes: National Regulations, National Quality Standards (NQS), and the Early Years Learning Framework (EYLF)Benefits for the Right CandidateLucrative salary commensurate with experienceExcellent career advancement opportunitiesFantastic training and development programsStaff discountsGenerous budgets for resourcesEmployee Access Program (EAP) for free company-sponsored mental health supportStaff discounts (childcare fees, private health insurance, gym memberships and other goods and service from local businesses)Generous budgets for resourcesSupportive Management Team17.5% annual leave loadingThink you have what it takes to join the Montessori Academy Team? We''d love to hear from you!To apply now please click through to our application. Alternatively, contact Human Resources at jobs@montessoriacademy.com.au .How do your skills match this job?Sign in and update your profile to get insights.Your application will include the following questions:Which of the following statements best describes your right to work in Australia? How many years'' experience do you have as a centre director? Do you have a current Working With Children (WWC) Check? Have you worked in a role which requires a sound understanding of the early years learning framework? Have you worked in a role which requires a sound understanding of the National Quality Framework? What is your expected annual salary? What qualification in Early Childhood Education and Care do you have (or actively studying towards)?To help fast track investigation, please include here any other relevant details that prompted you to report this job ad as fraudulent / misleading / discriminatory.Researching careers? Find all the information and tips you need on career advice. #J-18808-Ljbffr