Diploma Qualified Educator
About the Service:
Brookville Kindergarten is a community-managed kindergarten with a rich history of delivering high quality education and care to children and their families in the City of Stonnington. Our classrooms and our natural outdoor spaces are welcoming, inviting and specifically designed to enrich the learning possibilities for all children. Our four kinder programs are each facilitated by a passionate, dedicated and inspirational teaching team. With high expectations of ourselves, we strive towards a culture of excellence and pursue a path of ongoing learning, critical reflection and action research to enrich and deepen our educational perspectives, knowledge, skills and practices.
We believe that relationships are at the heart of all that we do, and we pride ourselves on the rich relationships we establish with children, their families and the broader community. We see children as competent and capable learners, members of society with rights and active agents in their learning journey. Every day brings new wonders, possibilities and joy!
Position Description
Brookville Kindergarten is currently seeking an experienced Diploma Qualified Educator to join our team. We are seeking a highly motivated educator who shares our values and who is willing to continue growing in their teaching practices. This is a permanent part-time fixed-term position, with the flexibility for additional hours considered for the right applicant.
Tasks & Responsibilities
The applicant should demonstrate an ability to communicate effectively with children, parents and staff; have sound documentation skills; thorough understanding of the National and Victorian Early Years Framework and Child Safe Standards; experience with inquiry-based practice, a willingness to be progressive and critically reflective; ensure compliance with the National Law, the National Regulations and the National Quality Standards.
Available days and hours:
- Monday, Tuesday, Wednesday, and Thursday; 8am -4pm.
- Thursday and Friday; 8am-5pm.
Additional hours for program and documentation support.
Flexible commencement date from Term 3, 2024.
Qualifications & Experience
- ACECQA approved Diploma level education and care qualification.
- A minimum two years working with children is recommended.
- Valid WWCC.
- Sound knowledge and experience with implementing the Early Years Learning Framework, National Quality Standards and Child Safe Standards.
Benefits
- Above Award rates and/or conditions – VECTEA rates
- Professional Development Opportunities
- Funded First AID Training for staff
- Supportive mentoring and teamwork
Brookville Kindergarten reserves the right to fill the position prior to the expiration of this advertisement based on the suitability of early applicants.