Early Childhood Teacher
Work with children between two and five years of age to promote their learning and development.
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Mar 2025
Being a qualified Early Childhood Teacher has been a deeply rewarding journey filled with joyful moments, meaningful connections, and the constant challenge of balancing care, education, and advocacy for little learners.
Reviewer's QualificationBachelor of Early Childhood
Experience10+ years
Organisation sizeMedium (20-199 employees)
SpecialisationEducation & Training
The good thingsWorking in early childhood education is a truly unique and rewarding experience. One of the most enjoyable aspects of the role is the genuine connection you build with children. Watching them grow, le...
The challengesBut like any role, there are challenges. The emotional and physical demands can be intense. Balancing the needs of multiple children while supporting their emotional regulation (and your own!) takes a...
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Aug 2024
And if I could go back to that moment where my 22-year-old self was wondering whether to take the leap, I’d whisper in her ear, ‘You’ll love it’.
Reviewer's QualificationBachelor of Early Childhood Education (Birth - 5 Years)
Experience10+ years
Organisation sizeLarge (200+ employees)
SpecialisationEducation & Training
The good thingsThere is more than just one thing about the role as an Early Childhood Teacher that I love.
There is a magic that exists when you get to follow an emergent, genuinely child-centred curriculum.
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The challengesWhat I don’t like about the role is how the government has made us feel about the job we do as teachers. At university, we learn about the importance of the early years and how it shapes children’s de...
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