The Client

Learning Ladder ELC Epping in Epping, VIC is a reputable childcare centre who provides impactful guidance for young children through their early childhood development stages.

The Role

The role for hire is an Early Childhood Teacher based in Epping, VIC, it is a full-time role with an annual salary set at $80,000 depending on experience plus superannuation.

The Responsibilities

Develop and implement child-care programs that support and promote the physical, cognitive, emotional and social development of children
Lead activities by telling or reading stories, teaching songs, taking children to local points of interest and providing opportunities to express creativity through the media of art, dramatic play, music and physical activity
Plan and maintain an environment that protects the health, security and well-being of children
Assess the abilities, interests and needs of children and discuss progress or problems with parents and other staff members
Observe children for signs of potential learning or behavioural problems and prepare reports for parents, guardians or supervisor
Guide and assist children in the development of proper eating, dressing and toilet habits
Establish and maintain collaborative relationships with co-workers and community service providers working with children
May plan and organize activities for school-age children in child-care programs before and after regular school hours
May supervise and co-ordinate activities of other early childhood educators and early childhood educator assistants.
Early childhood educator assistants perform some or all of the following duties:
Support early childhood educators in carrying out programs that promote the physical, cognitive, emotional and social development of children
Engage children in activities by telling stories, teaching songs and preparing crafts
Prepare snacks and arrange rooms or furniture for lunch and rest periods
Assist with proper eating, dressing and toilet habits
Submit written observations on children to early childhood educators or supervisors
Maintain daycare equipment and assist in housekeeping and cooking duties

The Requirements

Graduate Diploma of Early Childhood Education and Care (or equivalent)
First Aid Qualifications and Training as prescribed by the Education and Care Services National Law Act 2010 (CPR, Asthma & Anaphylaxis, General First Aid)
At least 12 months of professional experience in early childhood teaching in Australia
At least 12 months' experience teaching in early childhood education settings, delivering programs aligned with EYLF and NQS.
At least 12 months' experience in curriculum development, child assessment, and educational programming.
At least 12 months' experience mentoring and supervising educators in early childhood pedagogy and best practices.
At least 12 months' experience supporting children with diverse learning needs and implementing inclusive teaching strategies.
At least 12 months' experience liaising with parents, carers, and external agencies to support children's learning outcomes.
Thorough knowledge of the National Quality Framework
A current knowledge of relevant curriculum frameworks and the ability to implement a program that caters to diversity amongst the children, educators, families and community
A working knowledge and thorough understanding of the national quality standards, the education and care services national law act 2010 and the education and care services national regulations 2011
Well-developed communication and inter-personal skills with children, adults, fellow educators and the community
Ability to work collaboratively in a team environment, being sensitive to the strength and weaknesses of fellow team members

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