Early Childhood Teacher - Galada Kindergarten

Are you a passionate and dedicated Early Childhood Teacher who enjoys working with young minds? Want to be part of an authentic team who value kindness, warmth and fun? Do you like the sound of a flexible workplace that offers significantly reduced childcare fees, a free gym membership and competitive salary rates (including VECTEA award)?

Yes? Well, then you might just have spied your dream job.

What's the opportunity?

We have a wonderful opportunity for a passionate Early Childhood Teacher to join our amazing team at Galada Kindergarten until end of December 2024. Enjoy this fulfilling part-time ECT role offering a minimum 21.5hrs a week working with an experienced, dedicated and friendly team. This role is maternity cover for Galada's 4 year old kindergarten group commencing 1 May 2024; teaching Wednesdays and Fridays with flexible planning time.

Who on earth are we?

Y Whittlesea is a not-for-profit that happens to be the oldest youth organisation in the world and oldest social enterprise where all profits go back into our communities. Our Early Learning spaces are where little imaginations thrive! Our vibrant environments inspire young minds through play and learning. Our caring educators create a safe and stimulating space for laughter, creativity, and friendship. With engaging activities and outdoor adventures, we foster a love of learning. At the Y, we are passionate about building a close-knit community.

What do we hope you'll bring?

• Legal right to live and work in Australia.
• At least a year or two of professional experience as an ECT (Have more than that? Or just starting out, we'd love to hear from you too!)
• Be registered with the Victorian Institute of Teaching
• Driver's license and a car, with the willingness to travel to our various sites.
• Be able to share stories on how you embody the spirit of fun, creativity, and warmth. How you bring joy through storytelling, embrace the wonder of childhood, and create laughter-filled experiences.
• A passion for inspiring young minds and a playful spirit.
• Needless to say, we're looking for someone with good English-language writing abilities, an understanding to the National Quality Framework and attention to detail.
• Extensive knowledge of EYLF, Child Safe standards and Child Development.
• Police Check (International Police check if you have lived outside Australia in the last 5 years)
• Current First Aid, CPR, Anaphylaxis and Asthma quals along with a Bachelor of Early Childhood Education (or equivalent)
• Oh, and here's another one. We trust you. We also care about you. In return, you'll bring an innate work ethic, respect and care for others, and consistent integrity to all that you do.

Ok, I'm in. How do I apply and stand out?

If you're excited to explore this opportunity, take the time to stand out. Submit your resume, answer a few questions on our application form, and if possible, send us a cover letter highlighting your greatness. Click the "Apply Now" button to submit your application.

For more information, check the position description (copy link into your browser (https://ymac.worldmanager.com/go/Uu8xfa) and if you any questions, email us at ***********@ywhittlesea.org.au or call 03 9407 6***.

Applications close date: 17/04/2024

Applicants are encouraged to apply as soon as possible as screening and interviews may commence prior to the closing date.

Here is what our teams say about working at the Y (copy link into your browser): (https://youtu.be/FuLVNN6R5xA)

Some important stuff

At the Y, we are committed to empowering all Children and Young People to feel safe and be safe, at the Y, in their families and in their communities. As such, we ensure that all of our candidates are appropriately screened (including police checks) to make sure that the right people are in the right roles.

To learn more about our screening processes, click here to view our Safeguarding Children and Young People Policy (copy link into your browser):

https://ymca.org.au/about-us/safeguarding-children-young-people/safeguardingresources/

The Y is an equal opportunity employer and is committed to the safeguarding of children and young people.