Position: Montessori Parent and Child Program Guide | Early Years Lunch Cover
Contract: Permanent Part Time
Hours: Monday, Tuesday, Wednesday & Friday 11.00am – 2.00pm (3hrs) Thursday 8.00am – 3.00pm (6.5hours) with potential for increasing hours as the programs grow
Applications close: Wednesday 24 June 2026
About the Role
We are seeking a passionate and experienced Montessori Educator to lead our Parent & Child Program for families with children aged 0–3 years, while also providing Early Years lunch cover support within our early learning environment.
This unique role offers the opportunity to work closely with families, supporting parents and carers to participate alongside their child and gain firsthand experience of the Montessori philosophy in a nurturing and engaging environment. In addition, you will support our wider teaching team by providing lunch cover and maintaining continuity of care and learning for children throughout the day.
Based in a purpose-built learning space designed specifically for infants and toddlers, the Parent & Child Program operates during school terms and supports families in understanding and fostering their child’s early development.
As the Program Facilitator Guide, you will create and maintain a carefully prepared Montessori environment that encourages children’s natural curiosity, independence, and development. You will guide parents and carers in understanding Montessori principles while supporting children as they explore, move, touch, manipulate, and learn through their senses. During Early Years lunch cover periods, you will provide quality supervision and support within classrooms, ensuring children’s wellbeing, learning, and routines continue seamlessly.
Key Responsibilities
- Lead engaging Parent & Child sessions for children aged 0–3 years and their families.
- Prepare and maintain an authentic Montessori environment that supports early childhood development.
- Build positive and respectful relationships with parents and carers, providing guidance on Montessori principles and practices while fostering confidence, connection, and consistency between home and the BMS community.
- Observe and support each child’s individual developmental journey.
- Create a welcoming, inclusive, and nurturing atmosphere for all participants.
- Ensure learning environments remain safe, organised, and developmentally appropriate.
- Provide Early Years lunch cover across classrooms, supporting children during daily routines, transitions, meal times, and rest periods.
- Work collaboratively with educators to maintain continuity of care, supervision, and learning experiences during staff breaks.
- Maintain confidentiality and uphold privacy requirements at all times.
- Build authentic partnerships with families through a collaborative, respectful, and humble approach that honours each family’s unique knowledge, culture, and aspirations for their child.
- Demonstrate openness to reflective practice, ongoing training, Montessori workshops, and continuous professional growth.
- Support classroom preparation, environmental maintenance, and the organisation of Montessori materials as required.
- Participate in school events, celebrations, and parent engagement activities.
- Model strong communication, professionalism, grace, courtesy, and peace education in all interactions.
What You Bring
- Certificate III in Children’s Services or Early Childhood Education and Care (or equivalent).
- Montessori 0–3 Diploma (desirable).
- Previous experience working in a Montessori infant and toddler environment.
- Current Positive Notice Blue Card (Working with Children Check).
- Current CPR and First Aid qualifications (HLTAID012 and HLTAID009), and Queensland Child Protection Training for Early Childhood Education and Care Certificate (or willingness to obtain).
- A genuine passion for Montessori education, child development, and partnering with families during the early years.
Applications are to be addressed to the Principal and emailed to recruitment@bms.qld.edu.au
Applications should also include:
- Up-to-date resume
- Cover Letter
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At least two confidential referee contact details, including one referee who is your current supervisor or manager with their company email.
(By submitting this application, you agree that our staff may contact your referees—if required—prior to preliminary screening.)
Our School
Nestled in the leafy grounds of Fig Tree Pocket, wrapped by Brisbane River, Brisbane Montessori School began its journey in 1984 with just five children, one dedicated volunteer teacher, and a humble veranda as their first classroom. From these modest beginnings, our school has flourished into one of Australia’s largest Montessori institutions, offering a dynamic, child-centered education for students from 15 months to 18 years.
We believe that the world needs curious, creative, compassionate, global thinkers. That is why our vision is to be a school for families committed to an excellent education in a Montessori environment. More information about our school can be found at www.bms.qld.edu.au.
What Can We Offer Our Employees?
- Working Conditions within an Enterprise Agreement
- Opportunity to work within a beautiful, highly regarded Montessori setting
- Attractive staff discount for school fees
- Ongoing Professional Development opportunities including First Aid and CPR
- Free onsite parking
- Employee Assistant Program
Join our authentic Montessori school community today!
Child Safety Statement
Brisbane Montessori School is committed to providing a child-safe and child-friendly environment. We support and respect all children to feel safe, be safe, and understand their right to be protected. All staff actively contribute to a school culture that promotes child safety and wellbeing in accordance with the Child Safe Organisations Act 2023 (Qld) and the 10 National Child Safe Standards
