🌱 German-speaking Early Childhood Educators ~ Froebel St Leonards
We’re here to reimagine early childhood education, and we want you to be part of it. At Froebel, we believe every child deserves an empowered childhood – one that nurtures their curiosity, capability, compassion and confidence to contribute meaningfully to the world.
Froebel St Leonards is one of 5 early learning services run by the not-for-profit provider Froebel Australia. The centre offers inspiring learning environments on 3 levels plus a rooftop playground for 99 children from 6 months to 6 years. Our educational program focuses on immersive language learning (second language: German) and inquiry-based early learning by implementing the Little Scientists program (https://littlescientists.org.au/). Frequent excursions within and beyond the local community are also an integral part of our curriculum. Please visit our Froebel website (www.froebel.com.au/) and our socials (www.instagram.com/froebel.australia/ ~ www.facebook.com/froebelaustralia/) to learn more about us!
We offer:
- 💸 An attractive salary
- 🎄 Additional paid leave over Christmas/New Year
- 🎓 Generous professional development opportunities incl. Froebel’s own Future Leaders Program
- 🧠 Weekly planning time + paid team meetings + paid overtime
- 💬 Mentoring by your Team Leader and Educational Leader
- 🌿A team where people support each other, show up with purpose, and love what they do
- 🌟 Regular wellbeing initiatives + access to free confidential counselling (EAP)
- 💡 Reduced childcare fees (subject to availability)
- 🛍️ Employee perks program with cashback, discounts & offers
- 🚉 Free parking available, close to public transport
What we’re looking for:
- A qualified (and ACECQA recognised) Early Childhood Educator (Cert III, Diploma or working towards either qualification)
- Someone who speaks German at native level
- Someone who communicates thoughtfully and builds trusting relationships
- A team player with energy, initiative and emotional maturity
- An educator excited by immersive language learning and inquiry-based STEM
- A strong understanding of and commitment to child safety and ethical practice
- And above all, someone with warmth, positivity, and a heart for children
If this sounds like your kind of place, we’d love to hear from you. Please upload your CV and a short cover letter telling us why Froebel Alexandria is the right next step for you.
Froebel is a Child Safe Organisation and an equal opportunity employer. We celebrate diversity and are committed to inclusive practices in everything we do.
Please note only shortlisted applicants will be contacted.
