Early Childhood Teacher | Whittlesea
Journey Early Learning is seeking an enthusiastic, passionate, and experienced Early Childhood Teacher to join our Whittlesea centre team in planning, implementing, and evaluating programs, that inspire young minds and contributes to the growth and development of all children within the kindergarten age group.
Centre Overview:
Journey Early Learning Whittlesea is a warm and homely centre catering for up to 70 children per day that inspires adventure and joy in all children. Exceeding the National Quality Standards, Whittlesea prides itself on its embedded Exceeding practices and this is seen in every interaction, activity, and connection.
With a recently renovated outdoor play-space, our environment will bring out the explorer in you. We have native gardens, rock beds, wooden bridges and an incredible edible garden that is maintained by our little adventurers and educators.
About the role:
As the Early Childhood Teacher, your primary focus will be to provide a safe and stimulating environment which meets the social, cultural, emotional, educational and physical needs of the children. You will be responsible for the creation and execution of our educational programs that support the overall wellbeing, growth, and education of young children.
Key Responsibilities:
- Ensure a high level of health & safety standards are maintained at all times
- Create, develop and implement high quality and engaging educational programs
- Facilitate play-based learning environments that are responsive to children’s interest, strengths, and abilities
- Observing and documenting children's progress and development
- Fostering positive relationships with children, families and the community
- Develop and participate in a variety of community projects and initiatives
- Be part of a collaborative teaching and interactive learning environment
About you:
You are a creative and inspired Early Childhood Teacher with a passion to lead and develop high quality age specific programs and daily routines. You will be a collaborative member of the team, working to build strong relationships with Educators, children and families.
Key skills and requirements:
- ACECQA Approved Bachelor's/ Master’s Degree or Graduate Diploma in Early Childhood Education
- Current VIT Registration
- Outstanding level of verbal and written communication
- Strong Knowledge and experience of the Early Years Learning Framework and the National Quality Standards
- Strong computer skills
- Current approved First Aid Certificate
- Current approved Asthma and Anaphylaxis training
What we offer:
- 10%Educator Wage Retention Grant
- 80% off Childcare Discounts *
- Anniversary Gifts to recognise you
- Paid Birthday Leave
- Mental Health First Aid
- Employee Assistance Program
- Access to retail/lifestyle discounts
- Excursions - we encourage all services to engage with the community through excursions
Terms and conditions apply*
If you believe you have the skills and experience to be part of our team’s success – apply now!
Join us at Journey Early Learning…where it all begins.
At Journey Early Learning, the safety and well-being of every child is our top priority. We ensure every child every day is safe, secure and protected. We are united throughJourney’s Commitment to Safeguarding Childrenand adhere to ourSee, Act, Tellframework. This framework empowers us to actively uphold and advocate for the rights and voices of children, focusing on the prevention, recognition, and response to abuse, neglect, and harm.
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