Early Childhood Educator (Certificate III)

Central Australian Aboriginal Congress; Alice Springs; Sur place; AUD 65 000 - 69 000; Plein temps

Avantages offerts par ce poste

Community-led work

Professional development

Generous leave

Salary packaging

Health services access

District allowance

Résumé du poste

Central Australian Aboriginal Congress in Alice Springs is seeking an Early Childhood Educator to support the Team Leader and colleagues in delivering high-quality education, care and development for children and families at Congress Childcare Centres.

You will assist in planning, preparation and implementation of programs tailored to the needs of children, with emphasis on inclusive teaching strategies, the Early Years Learning Framework and National Regulations.

Qualifications

• Certificate III in Children’s Services or proof of enrolment upon 3 months of commencement of employment.
• Able to interpret how children learn and develop in practical ways.
• Apply positive teaching strategies that meet diverse learning styles.
• Familiar with the Early Years Learning Framework and the National Regulations and National Quality Standards.

Responsabilités

• Assist in planning, preparation and implementation of education programs for children and families.
• Support the Team Leader and colleagues to ensure high-quality care and development.
• Contribute as an active team member to all aspects of Congress Child Care Centre.

Connaissances

Communication skills

Teamwork

Driver’s Licence

Formation

Certificate III in Children’s Services

Description du poste

Join an award-winning team delivering an innovative, community-led program with the Northern Territory's largest Aboriginal Community Controlled Health Service.

• Base Salary: $64,642 - $68,503 (p.a.) (Plus Worker Retention Payment)
• Total Effective Package: $82,772 - $87,136 (p.a.)*
• Full Time Contract

About the role

The Early Childhood Educator provides support to the Team Leader and other colleagues, to ensure high-quality education, care and development is delivered for the children and families engaged in the service. The position assists in the planning, preparation and implementation of programs suited to the needs of the children attending Congress Childcare Centres.

To be considered for this position, you will need to meet the following essential requirements:

• Certificate III in Children’s Services or proof of enrolment upon 3 months of commencement of employment.
• Proven ability to interpret and apply information about how children learn and develop in practical ways.
• Ability to interpret and apply information provided about a diverse range of positive teaching strategies that meet the individual learning styles of the different children.
• Able to demonstrate a working knowledge of the Early Years Learning Framework and an understanding of the National Regulations and National Quality Standards.
• Ability to contribute as an active team member to all aspects of the functioning of Congress Child Care Centre.
• Excellent communication skills both oral and written.
• Ability to contribute as an active team member to all aspects of the functioning of Congress Child Care Centre.
• Excellent oral and written communication skills
• Current NT Drivers Licence.

Central Australian Aboriginal Congress not only offers rewarding career options, but a wide range of employee benefits including;

• Work that is community-led, impact-focused and a part of a bigger picture.
  Competitive salaries.
• Opportunities to grow, including 15 days of professional development per year, with pathways including master's programs and study placements.
• Six weeks annual leave & 15 days paid personal leave per year.
• Generous salary packaging for full-time, part-time and casual employees.
• Access to the Congress health services for you and your immediate family at no cost.
• District allowance.

*Total effective package includes base salary, district allowance, superannuation, leave loading, and estimated tax saving from salary packaging options.*

We strongly encourage applications from Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander people, and value their diverse perspectives, experiences and contributions.

Being a culturally responsive organisation, Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander applicants that meet all essential criteria will be given priority consideration.

Advertised until a suitable applicant is found. Only shortlisted applicants will be contacted.