Lunch Break Educator
Organisation
Davis Street Kindergarten Assoc Inc
Closing date
22.12.2024
Primary role
Lunch care relief
Position type
Part-time
Location
Kew
State
VIC
About the Centre/Service
Davis Street Kindergarten is a community of learners, where children are encouraged to develop a strong self-image and love of learning. We have a rich history and tradition, and have been offering an early childhood service of the highest quality since 1958. The Kindergarten building has two classrooms: offering one sessional 3YO program, a sessional 4YO program, and a 4YO Pre-Prep program. All of our programs are influenced by the educational projects of Reggio Emilia.
Our kindergarten and programs are highly regarded within the Community; we have been assessed against the National Quality Framework and have received an overall rating of ‘Exceeding’ in 2022. Our programs reflect an understanding of Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander’s ways of knowing and being.
Our programs are delivered by creative and experienced team members in welcoming classrooms with two stimulating outdoor gardens, giving us amongst the largest kindergarten grounds within Boroondara. Our team members are highly skilled, many have longevity of service, and have a strong commitment to professional development, with each staff member encouraged to be a champion in their preferred field.
Davis Street Kindergarten is committed to children’s safety and wellbeing in accordance with the requirements of the Child Safe Standards, Code of Conduct, Code of Ethics, NQS and other relevant policies and legislation. We have zero tolerance to child abuse and are committed to actively contributing to a child safe environment where children are protected from abuse. We are a Child Safe Organisation.
Davis Street Kindergarten is committed to being a flexible, safe, equal, and inclusive workplace where we embrace and support diversity. We encourage applications from people who are from different backgrounds including Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander, and people of any age, race, ethnicity, religion, gender identity, ability, sexual orientation, and cultural background.
Work Days of the Role
Monday to Friday
Hours of Work of the Role
3.75 hours per day - 18.75 hours per week
Description
We are seeking a Co-Educator to join our Pre-Prep Group (of up to 27 children) in the breaks cover role. This is a 3.75 hours per day, 5 days per week role (total of 18.75 hours per week). To join our team, you will be passionate about best outcomes for children, be well organised, show initiative and possess excellent communication skills. Please apply if you are keen to embrace and learn about the Reggio Emilia approach to children’s education.
There is opportunity to undertake additional hours in other groups to cover staff absences throughout the year if interested.
Qualifications
Selection Criteria
- Certificate 3 or Diploma in Children’s Services (ACECQA approved)
- Hold a current Working with Children Check, and current First Aid Certificate with CPR, Anaphylaxis and Asthma Training.
- Have a sound knowledge of the Education & Care Services National Law Act and Regulations, the National Quality Standards, Child Safe Standards and the Victoria Early Years Learning and Development Framework.
- Experience working in a kindergarten setting. Experience and commitment to working with the Reggio Emilia Framework is viewed favourably.
- Able to implement and support programs through observation, assessment and reflection.
- Demonstrate a high level of initiative, an ability to prioritise time and be well organised
- Have an openness to learning and the principles of the Reggio Emilia Framework
- Sound oral and written communication skills
Requirements
WWCC
Industrial Agreement/Award
Victorian Early Childhood Teachers and Educators Agreement 2020 (VECTEA)
Contact Name
Amanda Alexopoulos
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