Description:
We are seeking a Diploma educator to work with us in our community minded childcare centre in Alexandria . Our centre is purpose built and offers quality care to 90 children a day, 5 days per week. We are looking for someone who is particularly passionate about working with toddler aged children. You will be fully supported in your role and offered professional development opportunities.
About You
The ideal candidate will have a minimum of 6months experience in this role. They will have strong knowledge of the EYLF and National Quality standards.
Essential qualifications needed for the position are:
- Diploma in Early Childhood Services (ACECQA approved)
- First aid / CPR / Asthma and Anaphylaxis training and current certification (or willingness to obtain)
- Current Working with Children Check
The Role
Your duties and responsibilities will include:
- Plan and implement a quality program that reflects the EYLF
- Develop open communication with educators, children and families
- Use progressive routines throughout the day and implement indoor and outdoor programs to respond to the needs of individual children
- Create indoor and outdoor learning environments that provide the children with opportunities to explore, experiment, create, take risks and play
- Facilitate children’s play through weaving the children’s emerging interests with professional expertise
- Communicated positively and openly with children on an ongoing basis
- Provide physical care, assisting children in daily routines and mealtimes
- Conduct observation and evaluation of children’s development
- Maintain up-to-date records for each child within the group
- Respond to the emotional needs of the children
- Comply with policies and procedures along with licensing, legislation and regulations
- Create a stimulating, positive and aesthetically pleasing environment to support children’s development
- Support other educators, manage own time efficiently along with the daily routines and daily requirements of the room and children in their care.
- Be extremely pro-active and use own initiative.
- Have excellent English communication skills
Benefits
- Friendly/supportive team
- Negotiable salary
- Opportunities for growth and development
- Endless professional development training
- Great work/life balance
Apply
Please click the apply button on the page or email us at alexandria@learnandlaugh.com.au to find out further information.
Job Type: Full-time
Salary: Up to $79,000.00 per year
Benefits:
- Childcare assistance
- Employee discount
- Employee mentoring program
- Professional development assistance
- Visa sponsorship
Schedule:
- 10 hour shift
- 8 hour shift
Supplemental pay types:
- Annual bonus
- Christmas bonus
- Performance bonus
Work Location: In person