Work options: Hybrid
About The Role
The role involves providing excellent teaching at AE, including preparing preservice teachers for successful placement experiences. This position requires proactive compliance with regulatory frameworks, enhancing student engagement, and ensuring their academic success.
Key Responsibilities Include
1. Develop current, relevant material for the Graduate Diploma of Early Childhood Education (GDECE) and other courses as required.
2. Ensure the quality and compliance of each unit with AE standards and regulatory bodies.
3. Engage in professional development to enhance teaching quality and stay current with emerging practices.
4. Deliver engaging classes, tutorials, and placement induction programs both online and face-to-face.
5. Incorporate feedback from students to improve their learning experience.
6. Collaborate with relevant stakeholders to ensure adherence to WHS policies and procedures.
7. Participate in investigations and resolution of incidents.
8. Report incidents to the Course Coordinator/HOD, including potential breaches of the Code of Conduct/policies, Health & Safety risks.
9. Perform other tasks as required by the Course Coordinator/Head of Department.
About You
Applicants must hold an ACECQA-recognized early childhood teaching qualification at postgraduate level, such as a completed master's degree or PhD, or be enrolled in a PhD program. At least 1 year of experience working as an Early Childhood Teacher in Australian early learning services is required.
In Addition, You'll Have
1. High professional and ethical conduct, including academic integrity, resilience, and a collaborative approach.
2. Ability to take initiative, work independently with limited supervision, and proactively.
3. Strong understanding of Australian legislation, guidelines, operational requirements, and pedagogical frameworks, including the Education and Care Services National Regulations.
4. Understanding of theory/practice in the relevant discipline and how to turn this into engaging content for students.
5. Flexibility and a can-do attitude.
6. Willingness to undertake at least 20 hours of professional development annually.
7. Teamwork skills and willingness to contribute to professional collaboration and academic administration.
8. Strong communication and interpersonal skills.
9. A valid Working with Children Check is required. If hired, you must obtain one, which will be reimbursed. VIT Provisional or Teacher Registration holders do not require a separate WWCC.
Desirable
1. Relevant tertiary teaching experience with demonstrated achievements.
2. Ability to improve teaching methods and incorporate technology or innovative strategies.
3. Specialization in areas such as STEM, Physical Education, nature play, Visual Arts, Theatre & Performance studies, etc.
Why work with us
1. Opportunities for growth within the organization.
2. $1,500 professional development allowance.
3. Supportive, student-centric team.
4. Flexibility to work from home during non-teaching hours (for academic staff).
5. Part of a fast-growing, agile organization.
6. Part of UP Education group: https://www.up.education/
Join the Acknowledge Education Team: Igniting Potential, Fostering Growth
Acknowledge Education is a leading training provider with campuses across Australia, offering courses in health, community services, social work, business, civil construction, and hospitality. With a 139-year history, we remain committed to being a challenging, relevant, and creative leader in education.
We celebrate the unique aspirations and achievements of every student. From our roots as an English language school in Victoria, we've evolved into a national academic powerhouse with campuses in Melbourne, Sydney, Perth, and Brisbane, educating over 6,000 students annually.
More about us at https://www.acknowledgeeducation.edu.au/about-us/
To Apply
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