Senior Educational Leader - Ropes Crossing

Found in 1998 in the heart of Sydney, Australia, MindChamps International Preschool & Early Learning (“MindChamps”) is a pathbreaking Preschool and early childhood education with 86 centres operating globally in Singapore, Australia, Malaysia, Philippines, Indonesia and Myanmar. 

Hailed by New York Times and Wall Street Journal No. 1 bestselling author Dr Joseph A. Michelli as a “global education movement of the 21st century”, MindChamps has many firsts and only under its belt including: 

• The only early learning organisation in the world to offer programmes based on the revolutionary 3-Mind model of education.
• A unique, research based ‘S.M.I.L.E.S.’ philosophy (Sensory, Motor, Intellectual, Emotional and Social) which provides a holistic approach to education, supporting their overall development

As we grow, we are seeking an experienced and enthusiasticSenior Educational Leader (Program Manager) to join our close-knit and supportive team in Ropes Crossing, NSW. 

You are expected to be an active Leader and provide leadership and direction for all Educators in your allocated section. You will role model excellent leadership to bring out the best in your team members, build their capability and support them in making the Centre a safe and engaging place for children, families, and the team.

This includes:

• Ensure that a developmental and educational appropriate program is planned and implemented for each child, which takes into consideration the school curriculum.
• Lead and mentor the team alongside the Centre Director and facilitate staff meetings, Programs Training, etc.
• Providing leadership while working as a member of a cooperative team to provide an appropriate educational program and ensure compliance with the National Quality Framework (NQF)
• Lead, guide and support continuous improvement
• Developing strong relationships with children at the service
• Developing strong relationships that support and partner with families
• Implementing the policies and associated procedures of the organization.

What we are looking for

• A completed Diploma or Bachelor in Early Childhood Education and Care (or ACECQA equivalent)
• Current/Valid Working With Children's Check (WWC) and First Aid Certificates
• Previous working experience in Early Childhood Education
• Excellent communication and classroom management skills
• The desire to make a positive contribution to a professional, collaborative and focused team
• A love for children and a desire to make childcare a long-term career
• Passion, enthusiasm and a strong commitment to high-quality care

Why work for MindChamps?

MindChamps is revolutionizing the Early Education sector around the world. Join us and we can offer you the following:

• Competitive salary with a total rewards package that includes 75% off childcare gap fees (conditions apply)
• Comprehensive support from a dedicated management support team
• Dedicated company-funded educators and teachers' training
• Global career opportunity with centres spread across 6 countries in the Asia Pacific
• Internal career development opportunities – including cross-function or cross-centre deployment
• Quarterly recognition and rewards scheme
• Upskill and further your qualification through our RTO, MindChamps Academy which offers Cert 3 and Diploma courses in Early Childcare Education
• Employee Assistance Program

If you are looking to develop your career in a global early childcare organisation, apply now! 

For more information about MindChamps, please visit www.mindchamps.org

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