Lead Educator, Pre-K Room — Growth & Benefits

Children First Early Education; Gympie Regional; On-site; AUD 70,000 - 90,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Above award wages

Workers Retention Payment

75% off childcare fees

Free annual flu shot and first aid / A

Free annual child protection training

Novated vehicle leasing

Brand discounts

Job summary

Children First Gympie is seeking an experienced Lead Educator to lead our Pre Kindy room, fostering inclusive, safe and enriching learning environments in our busy centre. You will develop positive relationships with children, families and staff, ensure compliance with health and safety, EYLF and NQF, and provide mentorship to peers while contributing to program writing.

Diploma in Children’s Services with ACECQA approval, Blue Card, and current first aid; experience leading a classroom is

Qualifications

• Diploma in Children’s Services or studying towards, approved by ACECQA.
• Current Blue Card, approved first aid, anaphylaxis and asthma qualifications.
• Experience in an early childhood setting.
• Sound understanding of EYLF and NQF.
• Prior experience and confidence in leading a classroom and writing educational programs.
• Strong leadership skills and ability to mentor peers.

Responsibilities

• Create and maintain an inclusive, fun, safe, healthy, productive and effective learning environment.
• Develop positive relationships with children, families, colleagues, and the broader community.
• Ensure health, safety and centre policies are adhered to along with licensing, legislation & regulations.
• Contribute to the effective operation of the workplace by supporting colleagues, sharing ideas and information.

Skills

Leadership

Mentoring

Collaboration

Education

Diploma in Children’s Services

ACECQA approval

Job description

Children First Gympie is seeking an experienced Lead Educator to lead our Pre Kindy room, fostering inclusive, safe and enriching learning environments in our busy centre. You will develop positive relationships with children, families and staff, ensure compliance with health and safety, EYLF and NQF, and provide mentorship to peers while contributing to program writing.

Diploma in Children’s Services with ACECQA approval, Blue Card, and current first aid; experience leading a classroom is