Kindergarten Teacher

City of Stonnington is a child safe and equal opportunity employer committed to an equitable, diverse and socially inclusive work environment and a positive, barrier-free recruitment process. We actively encourage applicants from an Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander heritage, people living with disability, LGBTIQ+ and people from culturally diverse backgrounds to explore the opportunity of a career at the City of Stonnington.

Here at the City of Stonnington we aspire to be a leading local government authority and to do this we need the very best people who share our belief in community and who want to make a difference.

If you have any support or access requirements, or would like to speak to someone about employment or an alternative processes, please contact Council’s Talent Acquisition team on 8290 1333.

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Working as part of our dynamic and dedicated team, you will provide high quality care by planning, implementing and evaluating play and learning experiences for children in consultation with families and other educators. We strive to provide environments, interactions and programs that nurture, stimulate and guide each child’s development. 

We provide high quality care and education including long day care, occasional care and kindergarten services. 

Stonnington has three Council-owned and operated Early Years Centres for children aged three months to five years:

• Princess Close Early Years Service Prahran
• Winter Street Early Years Service Malvern

This is a full-time permanent position with a salary range of $72,704 - $77,133 + 11% superannuation + time in lieu. 

Other benefits include.

• Paid to attend staff meetings
• Professional training opportunities
• Planning time during work hours
• Parental leave
• Council service

To be successful you will have a qualification in Early Childhood, experience working Early Year’s Services and the demonstrate ability to effectively work with others. Additionally you have a demonstrated knowledge of the relevant State and Federal policies, regulations and standards and compliance requirements for Early Years Services. A demonstrate a passion for working with children and families, understanding best practices relating to equity, inclusiveness, indigenous perspectives and sustainable practices within an Early Childhood setting are also necessary, along with:

Current and Valid Working with Children Check

• First Aid, Anaphylaxis and Asthma
• Excellent Interpersonal and Communication Skills
• Experience in Early Childhood Development and Programming

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