Description:
About the Centre/ServiceFriend Street Kindergarten has been welcoming children, families and staff since 1952 and has built a strong sense of community and belonging. Our families contribute to the kindergarten through volunteering to participate in the program, on the active volunteer committee of management and arranging social functions. Children develop a love of learning from the beginning of their educational journey with our programs providing the opportunity to develop attributes and skills which families value most in their children –happiness, confidence, consideration for others, independence, open-mindedness, creativity, engagement and connection to the community and environment. Friend Street Kindergarten is a sessional kindergarten offering a quality play-based learning program for 3 and 4 year olds run by qualified, highly experienced and dedicated teachers and educators. The spacious light-filled playroom with large north facing windows overlook the covered deck area and playground which offers a range of play spaces. There is room to run and ride, play equipment, opportunities to build motor skills and sheltered areas designed for quiet time or role playing games with a friend. Natural play spaces such as the dry creek bed, gardens, mud kitchen and sandpit encourage interactions not only with friends but with natural elements and animals such as insects and bird life promoting discussion and learning about sustainability. Specialist Music, P.E. and Yoga sessions also build the children’s physical, emotional and social skills. Friend Street Kindergarten is committed to upholding Victoria’s Child Safe Standards. “All children have the right to feel safe and be safe all of the time” (The Commission for children and Young People). This is reflected in the kindergarten’s policies, procedures and programs.
Description
We are looking for a dedicated and enthusiastic Early Childhood teacher for our 3 year old group who will lead a high quality educational program in a play based environment. The successful applicant will have the knowledge to work across the five learning outcomes with a current understanding of early childhood development. This is a 12 month maternity Mondays and Fridays from 9-3 with 12 hours contact and 6 hours non contact across the week. Additional paid allowances include meetings such as staff, quality improvement and organisational set up days. You will be part of a team which operates in a professional manner at all times and are committed to putting the development and education of children first. You will meet the requirements of DET Kindergarten Guide, the Education and Care Services National Law Act, the Education and Care Services National Regulations and the policies and procedures of the service. This position will commence at the end of Term 2 2024. Ideally, a handover period with our current 3 year old teacher will occur prior to the end of Term 2. All staff must commit to a culture that supports Child Safe Standards and adheres to our Code of Conduct. This includes supporting vulnerable children, Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander children, children from diverse backgrounds as well as children with a disability. About you
- Excellent verbal communication skills when engaging with children and families whilst maintaining and promoting a strong sense of community and relationships
- A focus on teamwork in the 3 year old group, staff and the committee
- An ability to assist in developing, documenting and implementing high quality, developmentally appropriate educational programs
- The ability to plan, work and manage time effectively with minimal supervision
Qualifications
Qualifications
- Applicants must hold a Bachelor of Education (Early Childhood) recognised by ACECQA
- Experience preferred but not essential
- Hold current Victorian Institute of Teaching (VIT) registration
- Appropriate first aid training qualification, anaphylaxis and emergency asthma management training
16 Apr 2024;
from:
adzuna.com.au