Early Childhood Educator: Diploma Or Certificate III Qualified - Professional Development Opportunit

Part-Time Educator position available.

Seeking an Early Childhood Educator to join our amazing team in a family-operated centre which has been a part of the community for over 30 years.

The position is a Part-time employment position. 

Above award wages. Come and join our nurturing and fun team.

All applicants to please email their CV to: Attention Linda [email protected].

About us:

Wollongong Cottage Kindergarten is a family-owned centre, we are committed to providing children with a head start on their formal school years through play, intentional and spontaneous teaching, an engaging and inspiring environment, and many and varied learning opportunities.

The Education and Care Service is located in the CBD of Wollongong. We operate for 50 weeks of the year Monday to Friday from 7.45am – 5.30pm. Alternating early and late shifts.

You will have opportunities for self-development whilst working in a supportive team environment.

About the role:

You will be working as a qualified educator with children aged 2 - 5 years. Your responsibilities will include:

• Providing a child orientated, engaging learning environment.
• Documenting children's experiences, critically reflecting on these and scaffolding new and extended learning experiences giving children many and varied learning opportunities to extend and continue to engage children in inspirational learning opportunities.
• Working with the team in assisting to write and develop engaging, exciting, and valuable programs and educational experiences for children.
• Providing a safe, secure, and fun learning environment for the children to work and play in.
• Communicating with and coordinate with other staff to achieve positive daily outcomes.
• Communicating and informing parents regarding their children's day and learning achievements
• As a part of our team ensuring the centre is a clean, tidy, and friendly environment for children.

About you:

• You will bring an enthusiasm, passion and a genuine love of learning and working with children to the teaching environment.
• You will show a commitment to and an understanding of the National Quality Standards and implement these in all your activities.
• You show an understanding of EYLF Vol 2
• Ready to start as soon as possible.

Qualifications

• A Diploma in Children’s Service or equivalent qualification, as approved by ACEQCA.
• Alternatively, a Certificate III in Children’s Services (or equivalent qualification, as approved by ACEQCA) 
• A current First Aid Certificate or willing to obtain
• A certificate in Child Protection or willing to obtain

Selection Criteria for Position:

• At least 12 months previous experience with any age group.
• A working with children’s check clearance number or willing to obtain.
• Current approved first aid certificate for Early Education and care, or willing to obtain.
• Completed Child protection statement of Attainment or willing to obtain.
• Ensure the safety, wellbeing, continued learning, achievements, and productivity of the children.
• A broad knowledge and understanding of Early Childhood Education in the Early Childhood environment incorporating all facets of Early Childhood Education.
• A sound knowledge of the early years learning framework and national quality standards.