<p>We are looking for a teacher to join us <strong>full-time. </strong>This position needs to be filled by January 2027, but we would consider an earlier start for the right candidate!</p> <p>This role will be to replace one of our fabulous Early Childhood team members, who has headed overseas to continue some of her training in Europe! In replacing her, you will be positioned alongside our Preschool Class Director, in the provision of a program characterised by group research, engagement and best-practice.&nbsp;</p> <p>In this role you will also have the opportunity to work alongside the whole team and Jill McLachlan, our School Principal, to be a part of the school's ongoing teacher research, looking closely at the practice of pedagogical documentation (inspired by the educational project in Reggio Emilia), the importance of the social construction of knowledge and exploring the powerful role we play as teachers. This is an opportunity for learning and work, all in one!&nbsp;</p> <p><strong>As such, we're wondering...</strong></p> <ul> <li>Are you a passionate Early Childhood Educator (Diploma/ECT), or a currently enrolled Early Childhood student at university, who would like to join our story?</li> <li>Do you want to work with a small team of professional, respectful, thoughtful teachers who are working together, with intention, to offer an exceptional experience in Preschool, for adults and students alike? Could we be looking for you?</li> </ul> <p><strong>Valued, but not required</strong>, is an interest in the influence of the Educational Project in Reggio Emilia, Northern Italy.&nbsp;</p> <p><strong>Essential is a desire to think and learn with others</strong> – ensuring the our school is a place of strong relationships and deep research – where students and adults are seen, and invited to be, responsible, resilient, resourceful, capable, creative, and curious!</p> <p><strong>We are looking for someone with:</strong></p> <ul> <li>A love for thinking and learning with others and working in a team!</li> <li>An attitude of research – reflected in a willingness to ask questions, test hypotheses, and go deep with your ideas and the thinking of the students!</li> <li>Resilience and a commitment to risk-taking on a journey towards best practice!</li> <li>A love of being with children and learning alongside them!</li> </ul> <p><strong>If you have the passion, skills, and experience required and you are keen to join, we want to hear from you!</strong></p> <p>If you are the right person for this unique opportunity, we would also want to learn from you, so make sure you let us know what you could bring to Blue Gum in your cover letter! What are you passionate about? Interested in? Curious about? What are your dreams for what education can be like? We want to know!&nbsp;</p> <p><strong>For more information, check us out: </strong><a href="https://www.bluegum.nsw.edu.au" rel="nofollow">Website</a> - <a href="https://www.facebook.com/bluegumhornsby" rel="nofollow">Facebook</a> - <a href="https://www.instagram.com/blue_gum_hornsby/" rel="nofollow">Instagram</a></p> <p>Any questions, call us on 9138 2019 or send through an email to recruitment@bluegum.nsw.edu.au.&nbsp;</p>