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We are currently recruiting for an Educational Leader to join our team at YMCA Shailer Park Outside School Hours Care (OSHC). This is a permanent, part-time position.
About The Role
As the Educational Leader you will lead the development and implementation of the education program by promoting children's well-being, development and learning by helping the children develop values, attitudes and ways of living and learning. This will be achieved by providing a high quality of care, activities and educational elements to those in the program, managing and promoting a team environment and working within the YMCA of Brisbane Long Day Care services' philosophy, policies and procedures.
What will my time look like?
* Lead the development and implementation of the educational program and assessment with the support of Assistant Coordinator/Coordinator
* Ensure children's learning and development informs the design of the educational program, and Educators facilitate and extend each child's learning and development;
* Liaise effectively with parents, staff and all internal and external stakeholders;
* Make recommendations for improvements to educators' educational programs and practices;
* Mentor and support educators understanding of the educational program and practice including how to reflect on the effectiveness of their programs, interactions, intentional teaching and other strategies;
* Ensure compliance with policy;
* Undertake administrative requirements;
* Work collaboratively with families and the school community.
Am I a good match?
* Hold a Diploma in Children's Services or equivalent and demonstrated experience in Early Childhood Education;
* Have had sound experience in an Early Childhood Education and Care setting;
* Possess a comprehensive working knowledge of the approved learning framework;
* Demonstrated ability to coach and mentor others;
* Demonstrated excellent communication and interpersonal skills;
* Have a comprehensive working knowledge of child development, attachment, learning;
* A demonstrated understanding of evidence-based best practice approaches to teaching and learning;
* Working knowledge of leadership theory and the use of a range of leadership styles;
* Well-developed critical thinking skills, including the ability to analyse and challenge conventional practice and ideas;
* Current First Aid and CPR Certification;
* Currently possess, or be willing to obtain, Blue Card
What's in it for you?
Achieving our community support and inspiring young people motivates and thrives us to work hard and be the best at what we do. You will bring compassion and drive with your experience and connection to what we do each day. We have an amazing culture where everyone wants to work at the Y, it is not just a job and of course we look after you with a range of benefits.
About The Service
YMCA Shailer Park Outside School Hours Care (OSHC) Service is located at the Shailer Park State School. The service is licensed for 70 children per day and operates from 6:30 am to 8:30 am in the morning and 3pm to 6pm in the afternoon during school terms. We also operation during school holidays for Vacation Care (6:30am to 6pm).
Our service offers a wide range of fun, stimulating and diverse programs that reflect real world experiences and home settings. This helps encourage a sense of community amongst our children, facilitates leadership skill development and allows children to practice social skills in a supported and caring environment.
Programs and activities are aligned with the YMCA Mission – to provide opportunities for children to grow in body, mind and spirit – underpinned by our values of Honesty, Caring, Respect and Responsibility. We blend this philosophy with the National Quality Framework 'My Time Our Place' and Wooloowin State School's educational principles to develop appropriate, engaging and most of all FUN activities for your child whilst in our care.
Our Educators escort Prep children to and from their classrooms, as well as all children to and from extra-curricular activities. We provide nutritious breakfasts and afternoon teas (morning tea also included during Vacation Care) that align with the Nutrition Australia guidelines.
Here's What On Offer
* Career Coaching and Career pathway programs
* Excellent support network with marketing, accounts, operations, safeguarding and other departments
* Discounts for all Y OSHC Services and Day Care Facilities
* Discounted banking and loan rates with CommBank
* Free gym membership which includes our very cool fitness classes
* Discounted rates for private health insurance with Medibank
* Opportunity to participate in and give back to Y programs
* Enjoy a discounted overnight stay at George William Hotel
* Counselling Employee Assistance Program
What are you waiting for?
Simply submit a copy of your resume and cover letter detailing your experience against the selection criteria above by using the 'Apply Now' button.
For further information on YMCA OSHC, please visit The YMCA website: commitment to you and the community
At the Y, we are committed to empowering all Children and Young People to feel safe and be safe, at the Y, in their families and in their communities. As such, we ensure that all of our candidates are appropriately screened (including police checks) to make sure that the right people are in the right roles.
To learn more about our screening processes, click here to view our Safeguarding Children and Young People Policy:
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