About this job
Location: Calwell, ACT
Employment Type: Permanent and Temporary
Employment Status: Part-time
Salary: $80,184 to $130,910 full-time equivalent plus superannuation. Salary is determined based on years of teaching service.
Start Date: Commencing 2025
Closing Date: 11.55pm, Tuesday 22 October 2024
About St Francis of Assisi Early Learning Centre, Calwell ACT
St Francis of Assisi Early Learning Centre will provide education in Tuggeranong; for families in the suburbs of Calwell, Theodore, Richardson, Isabella Plains, Bonython, Conder, Gordon, Banks, Tharwa and Royalla. We offer high-quality preschool education for four-year-olds, catering for children in the year prior to school. Each preschool has 22 children, led by qualified early childhood teachers and educators.
St Francis of Assisi Early Learning Centre is part of the Catholic Education, Archdiocese of Canberra and Goulburn (CECG), which operates 56 Catholic Systemic Schools and nine Early Learning Centres across ACT and NSW.
CECG is committed to workforce diversity and creating inclusive workplaces. We welcome applications from suitable candidates from all diversity groups to support our system of schools and early learning centres in delivering quality education outcomes for the students in our care.
About the Role
The Early Childhood Teacher strives for excellence in teaching and learning, builds positive relationships and partnerships are facilitates an environment where children feel safe and develop a sense of identity.
There are multiple positions available (Permanent and Temporary) for interested applicants to apply!
Benefits and Opportunities
- Access to a curriculum based on the Australian National Early Years Learning Framework.
- Exposure and access to a play-based preschool program that encompasses intentional teaching and learning opportunities based on the interests of the children.
- The opportunity to contribute and facilitate a seamless transition into CECG's Catholic Primary School
- Access to salary packaging, including novated leasing
- 24 weeks of paid parental leave (maternity/adoption)
- Up to 14 weeks of paid parental leave (paternity/non-initial primary carer leave)
Key Responsibilities
- Plan, implement and evaluate a high-quality preschool program guided by the Early Years Learning Framework in collaboration with other educators.
- Implement the Religious Education program through prayer and exploration of scripture through story and play.
- Review and evaluate programs and services to ensure they are accessible and responsive to the needs of the community.
- Provide programs that are compliant with CECG policy and procedure, the National Quality Framework including National Law and Regulations and the National Quality Standards.
- Communicate with families about the preschool program through formal and informal discussions and regular written reports.
- Assess the developmental needs of children, including the need for referral to specialist services, and inform families.
Qualifications
- Bachelor of Teaching or Master in Teaching.
- Working with Vulnerable People (WWVP) registration.
- Teaching Quality Institute (TQI) registration.
Selection Criteria
- Excellent pedagogical skills to deliver play-based preschool program that is inclusive, based on recorded observations, analysis of learning and the developmental needs of children.
- Demonstrated knowledge of contemporary Early Childhood theory and practice, including STEAM.
- Demonstrated ability to document, monitor and assess child learning and use this data to inform educational programs and practices.
- Excellent interpersonal, verbal and written communication skills including the capacity to establish and maintain collaborative relationships with colleagues, families and the broader community.
- Thorough knowledge of the National Quality Standards, Quality Improvement Plans and the Early Years Learning Framework and how they influence the learning and teaching program.
- Demonstrated commitment to ongoing professional development to continually improve teaching practice and learning outcomes.
- Knowledge of the National Quality Standards and a commitment to contribute to Quality Improvement Plan.
- Knowledge of legal, employment and child protection policies.
Please refer to the Position Description for in-depth details regarding the position duties, criteria, and skill set required.
Other Eligibility Criteria
- You must be an Australian Citizen or Permanent Resident to be eligible to apply for this position.
- Appointment is subject to satisfactory employment screening for child-related employment in accordance with CECG policy.
Application Process
Applicants are required to submit a cover letter and current resume including a statement of suitability against the skills, attributes and experience as outlined in the Position Description.
This position involves working with children. The appointment of successful applicants will be subject to satisfactory employment screening for child related employment in accordance with CE policy.
For further information about the School please visit our website. Information about Catholic Education Archdiocese of Canberra & Goulburn can be accessed here.
Position-specific queries: Please contact ELC Director, Gabrielle Adams on 02 6292 8998 or via email gabrielle.adams@cg.catholic.edu.au
Application queries: Please contact the Recruitment Team on 02 6234 5247 or via email recruitment@cg.catholic.edu.au
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