Co-Educator

Wilderness School is a non-denominational day and boarding girl’s school educating students from Early Learning Centre through to Year 12. Since 1884, Wilderness School has prepared girls to be adventurous, courageous, responsible, and respectful learners and leaders. At Wilderness, we strive to enable each student to be the best that she can be.

We are seeking a Co-educator to join our team providing our early learners with a familiar and trusted mentor and innovative facilitator of learning.

The role is for a fixed term during term 2 and term 3 (30 April 2024 - 27 September 2024).  The role will be working:

• Monday to Friday 
• 8am to 3.30pm 
• 35 hours a week 

About You:

We are looking to continue to build a team who are:  

• Adaptable and embrace classroom innovation 
• Exceptional communicators 
• Highly capable of motivating students and influencing growth in student learning 
• Focused on building strong and collaborative working relationships with colleagues, students and parents

About the role: 

• Work collaboratively to provide a safe learning environment. 
• Be familiar with the support, development and implementation of the ELC Quality Improvement Plan (QIP).
• Assist with the implementation of the Educational Learning program. This includes observing, ‘noticing’ and recording children’s learning.
• Assist in physical care and safety of our youngest children including daily routines.
• Work with teachers to support the students’ social, emotional and educational needs.

To be considered for this role you will have:   

• Certificate III (or above) in Early Childhood Education.
• Preferable demonstrated experience in a similar early Learning environment however newly qualified candidates will be considered.
• Ability to motivate students and influence growth in student learning. 
• Excellent communication skills and ability to relate effectively to students, staff, parents and community members.
• Outstanding organisational and planning skills. 

How to Apply:

For details about Wilderness School and to access a copy of the Position Description, please visit the School’s website at https://wilderness.com.au/employment. For a confidential discussion, please contact Teresa Dwyer, People and Culture Manager on 8343 1081.

Please provide the following addressed to Teresa Dwyer, People and Culture Manager:

• Resume
• Covering letter outlining your skills and how you can contribute to the role 
• Contacts details of three referees 

Applications close:  Wednesday 27 March 2024.

The successful applicant will be required to undergo a Working with Children Check, Responding to Risks of Harm, Abuse and Neglect and adhere to the School's Child Protection Policy. 

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