Lead Educator

In each of our individualised centres, we aim to develop a community in which our families, children and staff can feel welcomed and have an opportunity to thrive and grow.

We encourage you to look online at our wonderful Rockhampton Early Learning Centre; the foundation we are most proud of is our team culture.

At Green Leaves we are strong believers that we are nothing without our people, we value your professionalism and passion and most importantly reward loyalty and achievements. We foster a team that learns from each other in ways that create a warm and caring environment.

In this role you can take pleasure in helping to make work play, creating a sense of belonging for all, embracing different, and creating opportunities for our team to choose their own adventure.

About you

• Must be able to read upside down, back to front and be prepared for several interruptions with questions such as "why are caterpillars always so hungry?"

•  Be a team player and a natural collaborator who is open to different views, receptive to feedback and reflects upon best practice

•  Love to come to work in a place where your voice is valued and you are supported to succeed

•  Be passionate about providing exceptional learning environments for children

•  Embrace personal growth and quality improvement whilst focusing on how we can all constantly learn and grow

•   Not afraid to get messy with substances including paint, slime or mud!

Our Children

Children are at the forefront of everything we do, we respect children as co-learners, and genuinely value their input in our journey in growing our team.  Our children ask….

• “We want teachers who draw and paint”.

•  “We want teachers who help with puzzles”.

•  “We want teachers who give us cuddles”.

Qualifications

• Hold or working towards an ACECQA approved Certificate III or Diploma qualification

• Current Working with Children's Check

• Current Anaphylaxis, Asthma, CPR and First Aid Certificates or willingness to obtain one

• Current Child Protection Training or willingness to obtain one

Work Perks

• Work-life balance and flexible hours

• Generous staff discount of 75% off the gap fee

• Personalised professional development - ask us how

• Ongoing career mentoring and support from an experienced leadership team

• Opportunites to step into internal promotions where available

• Health and wellbeing program

• Mentorship under our National Indigenous Perspectives Partner and our National Learning Research and Development Partner

• Paid renewal of your first aid qualifications and child protection certificate

• Onsite flu vaccinations at no cost to you

This is a personally rewarding role where you can impact the lives of many, and motivate and inspire fellow educators, children, and their families. We want you to feel valued for your ongoing efforts, commitment, and dedication to your role.

If you are excited by the opportunity to join Green Leaves Rockhampton, then please apply now!