Maryland Care and Early Education Centre – Maryland NSW

As an Early Childhood Teacher and Preschool Room Leader, you will take a leading role in the planning and delivery of the preschool program, while providing day-to-day leadership and support to educators within the room. You will play an important role in bringing the centre's philosophy to life every day, ensuring the needs, wellbeing, learning and happiness of children are at the heart of decisions and practice.

Key responsibilities

Lead and develop a high-quality preschool program that reflects children's interests, strengths, ideas and individual learning needs

Keep children's wellbeing, learning and interests at the centre of all curriculum decisions

Take responsibility for the day-to-day leadership of the preschool room, supporting educators to work collaboratively and effectively

Develop intentional learning experiences that support children's school readiness, confidence, independence and wellbeing

Build robust foundations for children's transition to school through play-based learning and meaningful experiences

Guide and support educators with programming, planning, observations and documentation

Foster a positive, inclusive and collaborative room culture

Develop genuine and respectful relationships with children and their families

Use the EYLF to guide curriculum decision-making, intentional teaching and reflective practice

Maintain high-quality observations, documentation and learning records

About you

Bachelor of Early Childhood Education or equivalent

NESA Teacher Accreditation – Proficient or above

Strong understanding of the Early Years Learning Framework (EYLF) and National Quality Standard (NQS)

Current Working with Children Check (WWCC)

Current First Aid, CPR,



Anaphylaxis and Asthma Management qualifications (HLTAID012 or equivalent)

Understanding of child safety and mandatory reporting responsibilities

Demonstrated experience in early childhood programming, planning and documentation

Completed Geccko child safety training

Excellent communication, leadership and teamwork skills

Commitment to ongoing skilled learning and reflective practice

Non contact programming and documentation time

Paid professional development, including conferences, workshops, further study opportunities and mentoring

Paid staff meetings and room meetings

Christmas shutdown period (paid using leave entitlements for permanent staff)

Supportive Management Committee that actively invests in educator wellbeing, including paid bonding and team-building activities

Opportunities for leadership and professional development

Collaborative, community-focused workplace

About us

Maryland Care and Early Education Centre is a community-based, not-for-profit long daycare service that has proudly supported local children and families for nearly 40 years.

Our guiding philosophy is simple: Children Always Come First. We value relationships, play, connection and allowing children the time and freedom to explore their environment.

Our flexible indoor/outdoor program means children can choose where they learn and play throughout the day, while our all-weather approach encourages children to embrace the natural world and learn through real experiences. The centre has a recently refurbished playground designed to provide children with engaging opportunities for active play, exploration and learning, and a beautiful reserve directly behind the centre providing further opportunities to connect with nature and the local community.

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📌 ECT/ Preschool Room Leader (Maryland)
🏢 Maryland Care and Early Education Centre
📍 Maryland