AddressWe are a brand new, privately owned, Early Learning centre looking for talented and passionate educators to join our growing team. We are committed to surpassing staff ratios and we have established an incredible team. Our opening hours are Monday to Friday from 7:30 am to 6:00 pm.
Harbour Early Learning Aranda is a state-of-the-art, recently completed purpose-built early childhood centre, nestled in Bindel Street Aranda. With close access to local schools and nature reserves we look forward to forging strong connections with our local community and connecting with our local Ngunnawal/Ngambri country. Our team at Harbour Early Learning is committed to establishing a new standard in Early Learning in the ACT, one that puts early education at the forefront.
We are seeking experienced and motivated Certificate 3 and Diploma qualified educators to join a professional and dedicated team of Early Childhood Teachers and Educators. The position is full time 38 hrs, 5 days (Monday to Friday). You will have the privilege of working with like-minded collaborative practitioners who are setting a new benchmark for Early Learning.
Qualifications & Experience
- Certificate 3 or Diploma in Early Childhood Education and Care.
- Current First Aid, CPR and Anaphylaxis and Asthma Management Training, or willingness to obtain.
- Current Child Protection training or willingness to obtain.
- Current working with Vulnerable People Card.
- Clear National Police Check.
- Australian citizen or permanent residents are encouraged to apply.
- Previous experience working with children aged Birth to 5 years.
- Genuine willingness to work with any age groups (including Birth to 2 years).
- Sound computer literacy skills related to documentation and program planning.
- Demonstrated understanding of current education and care legislation regulations and guidelines.
- High level interpersonal skills, demonstrated initiative and problem-solving ability.
- Effective implementation of theory and research-based pedagogy.
Tasks & Responsibilities
- Create an environment that acknowledges and encourages each child’s agency and participation.
- Facilitate and document learning opportunities founded on children's ideas, interests, and inquiry.
- Work collaboratively with a team of qualified professionals.
- Develop and maintain positive and welcoming relationships with families.
- Follow centre’s philosophy, policies and procedures.
Reasons for working with us at Harbour Early Learning Aranda
- Above award wage (Children’s Services Awards 2010).
- Above child to educator ratio in each classroom within small class sizes.
- A dedicated outdoor teacher working collaboratively with all educators.
- Regular professional development opportunities for all educators with access to a full time non-contact Director of Pedagogy and Practice.
- Committed non-contact time above sector standards to enable educators to plan for meaningful and creative learning opportunities.
- A supportive and hands-on leadership team with many years of experience, an understanding of what it takes to be an exceeding service, and a proven track record of achieving this.
- High educator ratios to facilitate our commitment to a high quality learning program
- We endeavour to employ an ECT educator for each of our learning spaces, again demonstrating our commitment to high quality early education for all age groups.
- Provision of a well-stocked professional reference library
- Comprehensive orientation and induction program.
If you would like to know more about this role, contact our Director of People and Policy, Lee Yelland on ******@harbourearlylearning.com.au
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