Outdoor Educator – Fixed Term Part-Time | St Mark’s Pre-School

Cranbrook School is seeking an enthusiastic and experienced Outdoor Educator to join St Mark’s Pre-School, located in Darling Point, in a part-time, fixed-term position commencing Term 4, 2026.

ABOUT THE ROLE

The Outdoor Educator will plan and deliver engaging outdoor learning experiences that support young children’s physical development, health, wellbeing and confidence.

Working across the Pre-School, the role will provide opportunities for children to develop fundamental movement skills through purposeful play and outdoor activities, while contributing to a high-quality learning environment aligned with the EYLF and IB frameworks.

The successful candidate will work collaboratively with teachers and educators and contribute to the broader Pre-School program.

This is a fixed-term, part-time 0.6 FTE position working Monday, Wednesday and Friday, commencing Monday, 12 October 2026 and concluding Friday, 11 December 2026, with the possibility of extension into 2027. The position reports to the Pre-School Coordinator.

ABOUT YOU

You are an enthusiastic and collaborative educator with a genuine passion for outdoor learning, physical development and supporting young children to build confidence through movement and play.

You will be confident working across multiple Pre-School classes and building positive relationships with children, teachers and educators. You will bring a reflective and collaborative approach to your work and be committed to creating engaging, intentional and inclusive outdoor learning experiences.

KEY RESPONSIBILITIES

• Plan, implement and evaluate a high-quality outdoor education program aligned with the EYLF and IB frameworks

• Develop engaging movement-based experiences that support children’s physical development, health and wellbeing

• Create opportunities for children to develop fundamental movement skills through obstacle courses, team games and other outdoor activities

• Observe and track individual children’s development and use this information to inform planning

• Develop meaningful observations and documentation that demonstrate children’s learning and progress

• Work collaboratively with teachers and educators across the Pre-School

• Participate in collaborative planning, reflective practice and professional dialogue

• Intentionally connect outdoor learning experiences with individual learning goals and the broader curriculum

• Contribute to consistency in practice across the Pre-School

• Uphold children’s safety, wellbeing, rights and best interests at all times

SELECTION CRITERIA

• Demonstrated experience working with young children in an early childhood or education setting

• A strong understanding of outdoor education, physical development and fundamental movement skills

• Ability to plan, implement and evaluate an intentional outdoor program aligned with the EYLF and IB frameworks

• Strong observation, assessment and documentation skills, with the ability to track and respond to individual children’s development

• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills, with the ability to build positive relationships with children, teachers and educators

• Demonstrated ability to work collaboratively across multiple classes and contribute positively to a team environment

• Commitment to reflective practice, continuous improvement and professional dialogue

• An understanding of relevant early childhood legislation, regulations, service policies and procedures, and child protection responsibilities

• Demonstrated commitment to children’s safety, wellbeing, rights and best interests

• Minimum Certificate III Early Childhood

HOW TO APPLY

Applications should include a resume and a cover letter addressing the selection criteria and reasons for your interest in the position. Applications should be submitted via email to ***********@cranbrook.nsw.edu.au.

Details of at least three referees and relevant statements of service will be requested from the preferred candidate.

Applications close: Monday, 7 September 2026.

ABOUT CRANBROOK SCHOOL

Cranbrook is an Anglican, independent day and boarding school, Pre-school to Year 12.

Our vision is to be a world class school which encourages and enables all of our students to explore, enjoy and fulfil their potential. We lead our students to discover and make the most of their talents, to thrive in, and love the pursuit of, excellence. As a school we energise the educational environment by offering a rich and distinctive schooling both within and beyond the curriculum and give powerful pastoral support.

Cranbrook is an International Baccalaureate (IB) World School, and is accredited as an IB Continuum School, offering the PYP, MYP and IB Diploma Programme.

Cranbrook School is a child safe organisation. We actively promote the safety and wellbeing of all students and are committed to protecting our students from abuse and harm.

WORKING AT CRANBROOK

At Cranbrook, we are committed to fostering a positive and supportive environment where people feel a strong sense of purpose and belonging, are encouraged to build positive relationships, engage in meaningful work, and have opportunities to grow, contribute and flourish.

WORKING WITH CHILDREN CHECK AND WORKING RIGHTS

The successful applicant for this position will be required to hold a current NSW Working with Children Check clearance. Applicants must be an Australian citizen or permanent resident or hold a visa with appropriate working rights.