Early Childhood Teacher | ECT Waiver | Merrylands

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Detail information about job Early Childhood Teacher | ECT Waiver | Merrylands. Terms and conditions vacancy

• Excellent working conditions
• Above the award wages
• Become part of a growing Organisation with a reputable childcare provider

Young Academics Early Learning Centre is seeking an enthusiastic Early Childhood Teacher (ECT) or Waiver.

Who We Are:

Young Academics recognises that early childhood is a crucial time in the development of children and we believe that ongoing engagement with families and the community are critical to a child's development.

Our mission is to provide an education that is responsive to children's interests, learning capabilities and styles enabling children to grow in confidence as they learn. We will provide a home like environment where children are encouraged to develop at their own pace.

Young Academics is committed to providing support and encouragement to the child, the family and the community.

Our vision is to provide a nurturing and natural environment where children feel valued and safe to explore, create and communicate. We will act as a role model of child care excellence for the community at large. We will inspire life-long learning.

Our philosophy is simple.

Your child is at the heart of every decision we make.

Your child is our commitment.

The Role :

The objective of this role is to contribute to the care and education of children as a senior member of the teaching team, establish and support the development of appropriate programs for both individual and groups of children in conjunction with The Early Years Learning Framework, maintain a safe and healthy environment and contribute to the overall Operation of the Centre.

Key Responsibilities; not limited to:

• Establishing an active teaching role enabling children to develop their full potential
• Be innovative and motivated to lead a centre to become the centre of choice for families within the local community.
• Developing an inclusive educational program based on the latest research.
• Evaluating and keeping appropriate records.
• Have a strong, confident and motivated personality with an ambition to provide education and care standards of excellence.
• Commitment to the ECA Code of Ethics.
• Supervising and supporting educators with programming and daily duties.
• Liaising and consulting with parents whilst maintaining confidentiality.
• Comply with and maintain updated centres policies and procedures.
• Ensure the safety & well being of all stakeholders (children, educators and families)
• Support, guide and promote positive behaviours.
• Commitment to ongoing learning and self development.

What's in it for you?

• The opportunity to take on as much responsibility as you are capable of with all the support of an amazingly supportive Centre Manager.
• The opportunity to encourage, support and lead a team.
• The opportunity to work within a high quality centre with a great reputation within the local community.
• A fantastic work environment. Latest resources, beautiful natural play spaces and fantastic facilities.
• Ongoing training and support will be provided with regular in-services.
• The opportunity to be part of a well-established and growing organisation
• Above award salary

You, the successful candidate:

• Must hold a Completed Early Childhood Teacher Qualification/Degree (as assessed and recognised by ACECQA); OR
• Must be working towards Degree
• An accredited Teacher in NSW (BOSTES)
• Must hold Current First Aid, Anaphylaxis, Asthma Management and Child Protection qualifications or be willing to obtain one.
• Must have a minimum of 2 years (or equivalent) demonstrated experience in an early childhood setting.
• Must have experience supporting and training colleagues.
• Must have a high-level thorough understanding and knowledge of the Early Years Learning Framework (EYLF), National Quality Framework (NQF) including National Quality Standards (NQS).
• Must have a current Working with Children Check.
• Must be confident in and take on responsibility of planning an educational curriculum.
• Must have highly developed communication skills in order to effectively liaise with both staff and parents.
• Experience working with children with additional needs is desirable
• Must have competent computer skills.

Genuine enthusiasm and passion for the profession, and a strong commitment to high quality care is necessary.

Get in touch with us for a Position Description. Send us your Application Letter and Resume. We'd love to start a conversation with you! Please note, only candidates who meet our criteria as preferred, will be contacted for next steps.