ELC Lead Educator

Position Details

It is an exciting time to join the Portside Christian College's Early Learning Centre educational team.

We are seeking an Early Childhood Lead Educator (Diploma qualified) who wishes to belong and contribute to a warm and vibrant team that values relationship, innovation and excellence in nurturing children's development. The Lead Educator will be part of our Leadership Team within the Centre. We are building a community that supports our families and provides safety and care for each unique child whilst fostering a love for professional learning for all our team members.

This position will be directly responsible to the College Principal through the ELC Director.

If you are passionate about working within a Christian environment, investing and serving in our community, and want to work alongside other professionals dedicated to quality outcomes then please apply.

The position will commence on Monday January 13 with an extensive onboarding process and preparation lead in time for a successful start.

Permanency may be considered after the probationary period has ended for the right candidate.

At Portside Christian College, we deliver:

• Teaching and Learning programs developed using the Understanding by Design curriculum framework from a biblical perspective
• Professional, rewarding and supportive teaching environment with collaborative team approach
• Excellent opportunities for professional development and career progression

If you are committed to high quality teaching and learning, enjoy a challenge, and want to work alongside other professionals dedicated to quality outcomes for learners, then please apply.

Desired skills and attributes of the successful candidate include:

• Qualification to teach at Early Childhood level with previous teaching experience in a 3-year-old or 4-year-old learning community highly desirable
• Demonstrated ability to work effectively as part of a Teaching and Learning Team
• Demonstrated ability to develop and maintain collaborative relationships with students, staff and parents
• Proficiency in Digital Technology
• Demonstrated effective pedagogical practice in an ELC setting including various modes of documentation for the evaluation and assessment of children's learning
• Demonstrated ability to create and engage in a respectful and collaborative learning culture
• Able to manage the demands of the position including administration and professional responsibilities
• Ability to actively contribute to the Christian life of the College community

Selection Criteria

1. A proven understanding of the Early Years Learning Framework curriculum version 2, including differentiated approaches to learning
2. Demonstrated pedagogical approaches to engage learners
3. Ability to use data to inform teaching for improved student learning
4. Highly effective communication and interpersonal skills, including the capacity to establish and maintain collaborative relationships with parents, students and staff
5. Well-developed room management and communication skills that foster restorative approaches
6. Understanding of and ability to teach from a Christian worldview

Applications are to include the following:

• Cover letter, maximum 1 page
• Curriculum Vitae outlining details of qualifications and areas of study, educational history, previous employment and relevant personal information
• Completion of the Portside Christian College Application for Employment – Non-Teaching form available on our website at https://www.portside.sa.edu.au/careers
• Written response to the above selection criteria, maximum 500 words

Applications are to be received by 9am, Friday November 8, 2024

Interviews will take place the week commencing Monday November 18, 2024

Successful candidates would be asked to attend our Welcome Transition Visits on December 3 and 9, 2024

Applications should be addressed to:

Mrs Belinda Elsegood

Human Resources

Portside Christian College

Email: application@portside.sa.edu.au