Early Childhood Educator - Kindergarten

We are a purpose-built family-operated boutique Reggio Emilia inspired centre in the heart of Greenvale seeking an experienced educator in our Kindergarten classroom.

Our mission is to provide a secure, nurturing, and educational environment with positive experiences for children, families, educators, and our community. We are a well-resourced Centre, filled with natural light and spacious rooms. We pride ourselves on having fantastic relationships with parents and families.

This is an exciting opportunity to become a part of our team and contribute your excellence in your practices. We believe that inspired and passionate educators are essential for providing quality early childhood education and are currently recruiting an experienced lead educator to join our Kindergarten classroom to work alongside our experienced ECT (Early Childhood Teacher).

About our position

• Support a high-quality Kindergarten
• program
• Work alongside an experienced ECT and dedicated team of professionals
• To develop and maintain strong relationships between educators, families, and children
• Knowledge and experience in facilitating an engaging and dynamic learning environment

Qualifications

• Holds an ACECQA approved qualification
• Current Working with Children's Check
• Current Anaphylaxis, Asthma, CPR and First Aid Certificates or willingness to obtain one
• Current Child Protection & Food Safe Training or willingness to obtain one

Selection Criteria

• Have an understanding of Children’s Service Regulations, Early Years Learning Framework (EYLF) and National Quality Standards (NQS)
• Demonstrated knowledge and ability to plan, implement and work within a child centered play-based program
• Demonstrated ability to form positive, collaborative working relationships with families and colleagues
• Professional attitude and presentation

The Opportunity

• Above award wages
• Above award conditions
• 2 weeks shutdown over Christmas/New year
• Paid staff meetings, professional development opportunities
• Opportunities for growth and progression
• Budget for resources
• Full-time Educational Leader to support staff
• Professional cleaners x 2 per week and maintenance team
• Health and Wellbeing Program (including annual complimentary flu shots)
• Staff discount of 50% off the gap fee
• Onsite parking
• 4 weeks annual leave
• Recognition of the achievements of our team members
• Team building events
• Supportive management team
• Dedicated planning space equipped with printer, cricut machine, laminator and stationary
• On-site chef
• Beautiful natural playscapes and light field classrooms
• Resource rich environments
• Flexible routines and learning environments
• A supportive working environment
• Salary scale will depend on qualifications and experience_
• Our service is committed to a child safe organisation and child safe standard practice._

Salary : $30.00 - $35.00 per hour

Benefits :

• Employee discount

Schedule:

• 8 hour shift
• Monday to Friday

Supplemental pay types:

• Overtime pay

Licence/Certification:

• Working with Children Check (preferred)

Work Authorisation:

• Australia (preferred)

Work Location: In person