- VECTEA entitlements | School holidays off
- Part-time ongoing opportunity
- Join a not-for-profit organisation committed to professional development
ECMS’ philosophy is simple; We foster lifelong learning. As a result, we have been operating for over 27 years and are one of Victoria’s largest Early Years Managers – through 70 kindergartens and child care centres, ECMS Educators impact the lives of 5,500 Victorian children each week. We are dedicated to consistently good learning outcomes, and being the place where the best early years people choose to be.
You are invited to join us as an Early Childhood Teacher in enriching the lives of children, and their families, alongside our team of passionate educators and mentors through play-based learning programs in our Pakenham Springs Children Centre.
The successful candidate will be working part time, each Tuesday and Friday 8.15am – 4.30pm and Wednesdays 8.30am – 2.30pm.
What will you do?
Develop a high-quality educational program in consultation with children, families and Educators to achieve agreed outcomes for children
Work collaboratively with Educators to implement an educational program driven by children's interests, underpinned by the Early Years Learning Framework, that aims to achieve their holistic development and facilitate a smooth transition to school
Document the delivery of the educational program, children's interests and assessments of their learning and development needs
Be a motivated and driven Educator, with a critical reflection lens, who will inspire staff to critically reflect on their pedagogical practice, share ideas and identify innovative ways of achieving positive outcomes for children
Contribute to a child-safe environment ensuring standards are met on a daily basis
Essential criteria for an Early Childhood Teacher:
- A Bachelor in Early Childhood or equivalent ACECQA approved qualification
- Current VIT registration
- Current First Aid, CPR, Anaphylaxis & Asthma Certificate
- Have a sound knowledge of and experience with implementing the Early Years Learning Framework, National Quality Standards and Child Safety Standards
What’s in it for you?
- 50% childcare discount!
- Exciting professional development opportunities including the annual conference for all ECMS staff, professional development days and development plans
- Receive discounts from Woolworths/Coles 4%, Event Cinemas 15% and over 330 other retailers!
- Work life balance – Have school holidays off!
- Access to our online platform that provides UNLIMITED access to sector leading ECA Modules, Webinars and resources as well as access to any general development needs you might have
- You could be eligible for a $9,000 sign on bonus through DE!
- Funded First Aid (004) and CPR (001) training for staff
ECMS promotes the safety, wellbeing and inclusion of all children. Successful applicants are required to adhere to our child safe practices, policies can be located here.
Applications from Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander peoples and people from diverse communities and backgrounds are encouraged.
To begin a rewarding career with ECMS apply now!