Diploma Qual Co-Educator 4YO Group – Sessional Kindergarten

at  Waverley Meadows Preschool Association Inc

Diploma Qual Co-Educator 4YO Group – Sessional Kindergarten
Posted by Waverley Meadows Preschool Association Inc on 14 Jan 2025

DESCRIPTION

• An exciting opportunity exists for an enthusiastic and motivated Diploma qualified Early Childhood Co-Educator to join an established team of educators at Waverley Meadows Preschool in the 4 Year Old funded Kindergarten group, supporting the Early Childhood Teacher in charge to deliver the education program.
• This is a part time role, commencing 28th January 2025.
• The role offers employment for 21 hours per week (15 hours contact in the 4YO Group on Monday afternoon, Tuesday afternoon and Thursday morning, with non-contact time for assisting with implementing the program, setting up and packing up the learning environment and documentation and whole staff team planning on a Wednesday morning).
• The successful candidate will have a comprehensive understanding of the Victorian Early Years Learning and Development Framework (VEYLDF), the Early Years Learning Framework (v2.0) and the Planning Cycle and will use this to assist the Early Childhood Teacher with the development and documentation of a quality, developmentally appropriate program for the children. This program is to be developed in consultation with the Committee of Management, the parents of children attending and the early childhood teacher in charge of the program and be responsive to the needs of the community.
• We are seeking a person who strives to work cooperatively as a member of a broader team, in a whole centre approach, to provide a developmentally appropriate program and continuity of education and care for children in the two years prior to school as well as who strives for personal and professional growth and ongoing quality improvement.
• The successful candidate will have a passion for the Reggio Emilia approach to education, nature pedagogy, be confident to engage within our current educational team and be able to bring their own ideas and experiences to the role.
• All employees are required to have a current Working with Children Check (WWCC) and adhere to the Waverley Meadows Preschool Code of Conduct.
• The highest level of Diploma under the VECTEA award is Level 2.3 (based on experience) which is $27.96 per hour.

QUALIFICATIONS

Applicants must have the following qualifications and registrations prior to commencement:

• Hold an approved Diploma of Children’s Services (*this is a co-educator role not an ECT role).
• Hold a current Working with Children Check.
• Hold a current Child Protection/Mandatory Reporting certificate.
• Hold and maintain an approved first aid qualification, CPR qualification, emergency asthma management qualification, management of anaphylaxis qualification

ADDITIONAL REQUIREMENTS

• Experience working as a co-educator/Kindergarten assistant is essential - An understanding and knowledge of early childhood development relevant to the level of qualification and position - Sound knowledge of the Victorian Early Years Learning and Development Framework (VEYLDF), the Early Years Learning Framework (v2.0) and the Planning Cycle - Understanding of the indications of the Reggio Emilia approach to early childhood education, within an Australian context - Ability to assist in the provision of a developmentally appropriate program for the children; in partnership with the early childhood teacher and parents - Assist in the development of Planning Cycle documents including observations, learning stories and individual goals for children - Experience using technology such as iPads, Google Drive/Docs, PicCollage - An ability to plan, reflect, work and manage time effectively with minimal supervision. - Reasonable knowledge and understanding of the National Law and Regulations

Please refer the Job description for details