Harmony House Community Centre is seeking a qualified Part-Time Preschool Educator for a one-year maternity leave position (March 2026–June 2026 & August 2026–March 2027), working 9 a.m. to 1 p.m. This role involves helping create an engaging, supportive setting where children can learn, grow, and thrive. The educator will guide and supervise children aged 2.5 to 5 years, design developmentally appropriate learning experiences, and collaborate closely with the team to enrich the overall program.
Main Duties
* Develop and maintain a constructive and ongoing rapport with children and parents
* Implementing and knowledge of legislation in relation to welfare of children's health and wellbeing-preschool Regulation 2006, Childcare Act 1991.
* Implement curriculum to support children's learning and development in all domains of well-being (cognitive, physical, social, and emotional)
* Create activities that are fun and educational for the children
* Perform other reasonable and relevant duties as may be assigned from time to time
* Collaborate with other teachers to ensure that the school fosters an environment that is inviting and nurturing for every child
* Qualification
* Minimum QQ Level 5 or 6 in Early Childhood Education, Level 7 in Early Childhood Education desirable
* 1+ years' experience working with children in early years setting
* Knowledge of Aistear and Siolta Frameworks
* Excellent communication
* Candidates must provide 2 x written references and copy of qualification certificates at time of interview
* Candidate details will be submitted for Garda Vetting.
* International Vetting required if candidate has lived outside of the jurisdiction for a period of 3 months or more.
* Candidates must hold First Aid and Manual Handling Certificate
* Excellent Level of English
* Only applicants who meet the required qualifications will be shortlisted for an interview.
Job Type: Specified-purpose
Contract length: 7 months
Pay: From €15.00 per hour
Benefits:
* On-site parking
Ability to commute/relocate:
* LONGFORD, Longford, CO. Longford: reliably commute or plan to relocate before starting work (required)
Work Location: In person