Childcare Centre - Early Childhood Teacher

Childcare Centre -  Early Childhood Teacher

Be part of an exciting opportunity to work in a brand new purpose built childcare centre, with an emphasis on supporting each child's unique talents and abilities. The centre is part of an established team with long standing Educators, a dedicated child psychologist and strong community support.

We are looking for an Early Childhood Teacher who has a genuine passion for children and is committed to delivering a high quality service. 

Responsibilities and qualifications include:

• Bachelor Degree in Early Childhood Education and Care - Early Childhood Teacher

• Current First Aid certificate, including Asthma and Anaphylaxis (or willingness to undertake).

• Cleared Working With Children Check (WWCC).

• Implement the planning cycle by observing, assessing, evaluating and documenting children’s learning.

• Plan, implement and evaluate developmentally appropriate programs for individual children or groups, in consultation with the Assistant Director/Director and Educational Leader.

• Provide a variety of experiences to develop children cognitively, socially and emotionally, assisting them to achieve their developmental milestones.

• Document, monitor and observe children’s progress against developmental milestones.  Review and discuss progress with families.

• Confidence and ability to lead a group of children and Educators in running the room.

• Ensure a safe environment is maintained for both staff and children.

• Ensure that records are maintained accurately for each child in their care.

• Develop, implement and evaluate daily care routines.

• Ensure that the centre or service’s policies and procedures are adhered to.

• Support the day to day operation of the service.

• Supervise students on placement, as directed by the Director.

• Collaborate with teachers across  year levels to ensure smooth transitions for children going from childcare / pre-school to their first year of primary school.

• Implement the Child Safe Standards, ensuring child-safe environment that meet the NQF requirements.

• Be responsive to children’s health, development and wellbeing needs, ensuring medical plans are in place and implemented consistently.

• Sound knowledge of the EYLF and National Quality Framework including the National Quality Standards and Early Education and Care Services Regulations.

• Participate in the National Quality Standards Process.

• Current Child Protection Training, or willingness to undertake training.

• Eagerness to participate in professional development as required.

• Interpersonal and communication skills.

• Ability to work and support a team environment.

• Ability to mentor, lead and guide other Educators.

• Ability to work with Psychologist and other professionals in relation to a child's needs / development.

• Ability to be creative and innovative in implementing all programs and planned experiences.

• Ability to develop positive relationships with children, families and colleagues.

• Ability to handle multiple responsibilities effectively.

• Planning and execution skills.

• Problem solving abilities.

• Readiness to go above and beyond when necessary to reach goals.

• Ability to work flexible hours to meet service demands.

• Work within a positive and enjoyable team environment.