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Form of workPosted by Ave Maria Kindergarten Inc on 20 Mar 2024
Organisation Ave Maria Kindergarten Inc
Closing date 04.04.2024
Primary role Diploma Qualified Educator
Position type Part-time
Location Aberfeldie
State VIC
About the Centre/Service Ave Maria Kindergarten is a vibrant, inclusive kindergarten providing quality 3 and 4-year-old kindergarten programs in Aberfeldie. Established in 1957, Ave Maria Kindergarten is a not-for-profit sessional kinder run by a Committee of Management made up of parent volunteers.
It is the largest preschool centre in the community and has four x 4-year-old groups and three x 3-year-old groups offering programs to approximately 170 families. Our curriculum is play-based and emergent, and our focus is on supporting and extending the children’s interests and strengths to develop confidence, curiosity and an enthusiasm for learning. Our teachers and educators are experienced, enthusiastic and committed to our children, programs and the ongoing success of our kindergarten.
As a kindergarten, we are committed to providing a child safe environment. Ave Maria Kindergarten has an excellent reputation for its early year's programs and was assessed in 2021 as ‘Exceeding’ the National Quality Standards.
Work Days of the Role Monday, Tuesday & Wednesday
Hours of Work of the Role 19 hours per week
We are currently looking for a passionate and experienced educator who is committed to providing a sense of confidence, joy and wonder to life and learning, to join our team. The position will be in a 3 year old group with two other educators and 26 children. Session times are Monday 9.15am-3.15pm and Wednesday 8am- 3pm, with Staff meetings on Monday 8am-9am.
The role includes lunch cover on Tuesdays with planning. Extra hours are available relieving within our service. The successful candidate will have a current understanding of the Victorian
Early Years Learning Framework, Early Childhood Education and Care Legislation and the Assessment and Rating Process. A high level of written and verbal communication skills, be confident with using a computer and a high level of interpersonal skills with other educators, children, families and the community. Ability to work in a cooperative, flexible and professional manner with children, parents, staff, director and committee of management.
Job benefits and perks- Above award conditions in accordance with VECTEA
- Ongoing professional learning, coaching and mentoring
- Diploma in children services
Requirements WWCC
Additional Requirements
- Mandatory reporting
- Storypark experience preferred
Industrial Agreement/Award Victorian Early Childhood Teachers and Educators Agreement 2020 (VECTEA)
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