Team Leader (Early Childhood Teacher)

Job Description

Be part of Baringa’s Leadership Team

We invite applications from experienced Team Leaders with Early Childhood Teacher qualifications (as recognised by the Australian Children’s Education & Care Quality Authority – ACECQA)

Lead a team of educators to develop and deliver an education program for a specific age group. This will be a full-time role, supported by Management and the Leadership Team.

For more information about Baringa visit www.baringa.org.au

Key Responsibilities

About You

We believe you will be brilliant in this role as:

• You are ready for the challenge and keen to nurture an environment where both our team and children flourish.
• You see the best in others and love mentoring other educators.
• You are able to strengthen relationships with, and between educators and families, for a collaborative in the best interest of children.
• You have the desire to see things through, have attention to detail, are organised and able to handle competing priorities.
• You are able to seek support, work closely with Management and the Leadership Team, and role model for others the importance of self-care and wellbeing in our profession.

Benefits

• Remuneration according to Educational Services (Teachers) Award
• Worker Retention Payment Allowance
• Orientation training and mentoring
• Supported by Management and Leadership Team
• Professional development, coaching and training
• Employment Assistance Program
• Paid End of Year Shutdown Period
• Be part of a close-knit community, not-for-profit, registered charity organisation

Skill & Experience

Qualifications and Experience Minimum Requirements

• Early Childhood Teacher qualifications (as recognised by the Australian Children’s Education & Care Quality Authority – ACECQA)
• Experience in early childhood education in Australia
• Current Working With Vulnerable People Card
• National Child Safety Training
• ACT Child Protection Training

Desirable Qualifications

• First Aid, CPR, Asthma & Anaphylaxis Training

To Apply

Please email *******@baringa.org.au with your resume and cover letter answering the following questions:

1. How long you have been in early childhood education and what do you love most about this career?

2. How do you role model professionalism and advocate for the early childhood sector in ways that uplift, support, and empower those around you including children, families, and fellow educators?

3. What is your leadership style and how do you handle complex challenges?

4. What does support look like to you, and what can we do to ensure you feel confident, capable, and set up for success in your role?

5. Any other comments about your interest in the role?

For more information please contact *******@baringa.org.au.