Early Childhood Educator

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Early Childhood Educator Employment Type: Temporary Full Time up to 28/06/2019 Position Classification: Four Years Trained Teacher Remuneration: 58282 - 85616 Hours Per Week: 38 Requisition ID: REQ56431 IN RESPECT OF CURRICULUM guide & support educators to plan, implement & evaluate the curriculum, ensuring an anti-bias approach create a friendly, secure & stimulating learning environment for children maintain records, rolls, medical/accident reports, sign-in books & relevant requirements IN RESPECT OF CHILDREN treat each child with dignity & respect taking into account cultural, socio-economic & other differences/similarities implement curriculum utilising child development & interests be responsible for all children consult the Director prior to discussing children’s records advocate for & make appropriate, responsible decisions regarding the needs & welfare of children report any child protection issues/incidents to the Director and/or The Child Protection Helpline work with 0-6 year olds or 5-12 year olds at Vacation Care IN RESPECT OF EDUCATORS attend all staff, room & menu meetings provide input & resources to support professional development work co-operatively in planning & operations maintain a high level of professionalism, confidentiality & interpersonal skills IN RESPECT OF FAMILIES develop good rapport with families share information with children’s families appropriately & constructively along with any concerns be involved in all methods of parent communication maintain confidentiality & respect families individual needs, backgrounds & situations IN RESPECT OF SERVICE participate in ongoing professional development & training for teacher accreditation attend & participate in meetings & conferences develop co-operative relationships with educators to ensure a smooth operating Service & a caring, secure, active environment for children assume an equal share of housekeeping duties ensure equipment is respected & maintained to an optimal level of safety & assist with minor repairs report shortages in provisions, so that re-orders can be placed be responsible for security when opening/locking up abide by & adhere to all Service policies & participate in reviews abide by grievance procedures & work towards positive resolutions assist in briefing, supervising & evaluating students, voluntary helpers or visitors maintain required educator/child ratios participate in Educator reviews & appraisals participate in Quality Improvement & Planning ensure the Director is informed of any issues as they arise which may affect the children, other educators or the smooth running of the service other duties as requested by the Director Bachelor of Teaching or Bachelor of Education (or equivalent) Current First Aid Certificate approved by the Australian Children’s Education and Care Quality Authority Sound knowledge of child development with the aptitude to build a curriculum for children of various ages, interests and abilities Understanding of National Quality and Early Years Learning Frameworks Demonstrated high level of written and verbal communication Ability to develop partnerships with families Experience working as part of a professional team Experience using MicroSoft office SCHN is an Equal Opportunity Employer and encourage all suitably qualified applicants to apply, including Indigenous Australians, and people from culturally diverse backgrounds. As this is a “Category A” position, please refer to the Application Guide for vaccination requirements. This position requires a Working with Children Check (WWCC) issued by the Commission for Children and Young People. For more information on how to apply for the clearance, please visit the Commission and Young People Website https://check.kids.nsw.gov.au/ Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander people are encouraged to apply. We recognise the value of Aboriginal staff providing health care to Aboriginal children and families that access the services we provide at the Sydney Children’s Hospitals Network. Aboriginal job applicants are encouraged to visit the NSW Health Aboriginal Recruitment tool, Stepping Up to assist in preparing your application. Need more information? For role related queries or questions contact Suzanne Dearling on [email protected] Applications Close: 22/07/2018