Qualified Diploma – Co-educator (Sessional Kindergarten) 12 month fixed term contract beginning Term 2
Organisation
Moreland Early Years Management
For Provider
Lake Park Kindergarten
Closing date
06.03.2020
Primary role
Diploma Qualified Educator
Position type
Part-time
Location
Coburg North
State
VIC
About the Centre/Service
Moreland Early Years Management Incorporated (MEYM) is a not-for-profit Early Years Management company, servicing the Moreland municipality.
We are committed to child safety. We want children to be safe, happy and empowered and have zero tolerance of child abuse. We understand our legal and moral obligations to treat all concerns seriously and to report allegations and concerns about a child/ren’s safety and wellbeing to authorities. We are committed to the cultural safety of all children including Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander children, children from culturally and/or linguistically diverse backgrounds, and to providing a safe environment for children with a disability.
Work Days of the Role
Monday to Thursday 12 month fixed term contract beginning Term 2
Hours of Work of the Role
25.75 per week
Description
Moreland Early Years Management Incorporated is looking for an enthusiastic and innovative Diploma qualified Co-educator to join our team at one of our community-based Centres. This role is for 25.75 hours per week, Monday to Thursday working with both a three and a four-year-old group.
As a qualified Kindergarten Co-Educator, this position has responsibility for the supporting the planning, delivery and evaluation of state funded kindergarten and early childhood programs. The successful applicant should demonstrate expertise, experience and a commitment to the delivery of high-quality education and care programs to children and families.
Qualifications
Essential requirements:
- Qualifications suitable for a Qualified Diploma under the Education and Care Services National Law, Education and Care Services National Regulations and the DET Kindergarten Funding Guide
- At least three years’ experience working in education and care services.
- A current WWC or VIT registration.
Requirements
WWCC
Additional Requirements
ESSENTIAL SKILLS AND COMPETENCIES:
Specialist skills and knowledge.
Demonstrated strong understanding of contemporary curriculum approaches, specifically a thorough knowledge of the approved curriculum frameworks and how these may be represented In high quality and innovative planning and programming for children.
Demonstrated knowledge of legislation governing the operation of children’s services, as well as a solid understanding of the quality areas under the National Quality Standard.
Demonstrated expert knowledge of responsibilities and experience of the relevant National Laws and Regulations (including Child Safety).
Have an understanding of the Early Childhood Australia (ECA) Code of Ethics, Victorian Institute of Teaching (VIT) Code of Conduct and MEYM’s Code of Conduct and be able to support other staff in their understanding of these Codes.
Excellent ability to develop, document and implement a high-quality, inclusive, welcoming and contemporary education program for kindergarten children in consultation with relevant stakeholders
Industrial Agreement/Award
Victorian Early Childhood Teachers and Educators Agreement 2016 (VECTEA)
Contact Name
Jeanine Nigro
Email
Application Procedure
For further information or a copy of the position description, please email Jeanine Nigro at [email protected] Candidates to please ensure they address the essential skills and competencies in their applications and include a cover letter and resume. Applications close COB Friday 6th March 2020. Please email applications to [email protected]
