At Aspire, our vision is to shape a positive future for children through our Grow, Learn and Connect curriculum. We focus on family and community engagement to inspire a love of learning in everyone.
About the Centre
Aspire Early Education and Kindergarten Lucas is a newly opened childcare centre in the City of Ballarat, located within the new Lucas master‐planned community next to parks and sporting facilities.
Opportunity & Responsibilities
This is an exciting opportunity in Ballarat. We are looking for an experienced educator (Diploma or ECT) who thrives on delivering and preparing children for the fundamental years at Kinder and preparing them for a lifelong love of learning.
The successful candidate will aspire and thrive for new heights in the delivery of quality education, working as a team player who can drive our kinder program with unique skills and talents.
Qualifications
* Must hold a Diploma, Graduate Diploma or Bachelor in Early Childhood Education with current VIT registration (at least 2 years minimum experience).
* First‐Aid Certificate, Asthma and Anaphylaxis training, Food Handlers Certificate.
Skills
* Exceptional communication and interpersonal skills.
* Organisational and time‐management skills.
* Lesson planning and record‐keeping skills.
* Classroom and behaviour management skills.
* Passion, enthusiasm and a strong commitment to high‐quality care.
Experience
* 2 years of proven experience in a similar role.
* Sound knowledge of VEYLDF and NQS.
* Demonstrated capacity to enhance children's experiences.
Responsibilities
* Plan and structure learning in both indoor and outdoor environments using a variety of materials and equipment to facilitate students' development.
* Market and implement the educational program to achieve quality learning outcomes.
* Provide a variety of experiences and activities to develop social skills, confidence and understanding.
* Promote language development through storytelling, role play, songs, rhymes and informal discussions, held individually and within groups.
* Create and maintain an inclusive, fun, safe, healthy, productive and effective learning environment.
* Observe students to evaluate progress and detect signs of ill health, emotional disturbances and other disabilities, keeping records of children's progress, routines and interests.
* Create and maintain excellent relationships with children, families and team members.
* Build connections with the local community.
* Ensure compliance with routines, policies, processes and practices.
Why Aspire?
* Beautiful state‐of‐the‐art centre and resources.
* Access to an Employment Assistance Program (EAP) available 24/7.
* Gap fee discount on childcare fees at any Aspire Early Education Centre.
* Opportunities for professional development and networking.
* Supportive culture and management team.
* Attractive pay and benefits.
* Growing organisation with opportunities for career growth and progression.
* Paid birthday leave.
At Aspire Early Education and Kindergarten, we're committed to providing a safe and inclusive environment that promotes child safety, well‐being, participation, empowerment, cultural safety, and awareness for all children, including those with disabilities and from culturally diverse backgrounds, including Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander children and communities. Aspire Early Education and Kindergarten has a zero tolerance of child abuse and a duty of care to prevent and minimise child abuse risks in both the physical and online environments.
Aspire Early Education and Kindergarten values diversity in the workplace and is an equal‐opportunity employer. Diverse cultures, backgrounds and experiences strengthen our teams and help us grow. We are committed to providing a workplace where every person is valued, respected, and supported to progress. We're also deeply committed to Reconciliation and creating an environment where Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander People feel a strong sense of belonging and connection.
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