Early Childhood Educator

**ABOUT US**

Beverly Hills Montessori Christian ELC is a stunning boutique classic early learning centre, committed to providing high quality early childhood education & care.

Our service boasts spacious indoor and outdoor learning environments, equipped with an enormous number of resources to foster children’s exploration, creativity and growth.

We have been operating since 1983

**POSITION OVERVIEW**

We are looking for an outstanding **Diploma (Room Leader & Educational Leader)**to lead our team of committed and innovative professionals working with children aged 6 weeks to 6 years. This role is both on and off the floor (Off the floor is approx. 10 hours weekly).

This role has a face-to-face weekly support meeting with the Approved Provider.

If you are looking for a position within a contemporary, creative and dynamic environment where you can flourish and grow, then we would love to hear from you

We invite all educators who are looking for a new challenge to step up and be key change-makers in positively shaping children's early years.

Montessori experience and qualifications would be a great advantage.

**ESSENTIAL**
- ACECQA approved qualification of Diploma in Early Childhood Education and Care
- Current ACECQA approved First Aid Certificate, Anaphylaxis and Asthma Management.
- Current ACECQA approved Child Protection. CHCPRT001 - Identify and respond to children and young people at risk.
- Current and valid Working with Children Check (WWCC)
- Current and Valid working rights in Australia
- Have a Christian Ethos
- Would like to learn more about Montessori and do some training
- Live close to Narwee NSW

**EXPERIENCE**
- Well-developed knowledge of the Early Years Learning Framework, National Quality Framework & National Quality Standards
- Demonstrated experience in supporting curriculum development and documenting children's learning.
- Minimum of 3 years working experience in an approved early education and care service as a Director
- Experience and familiarity with the Assessment and Rating process.

**CAPABILITIES**
- Ability to engage effectively with children and families
- A creative spirit and interest in contemporary pedagogy
- Strong written and verbal communication skills of the English language
- The ability to work effectively in a team environment
- A high level of initiative and a commitment to continuous learning
- Personal Christian Ethos

**GENERAL RESPONSIBILITIES**
- Foster a love for learning & creativity among chn. through engaging activities
- Coach and Mentor educators & conduct regular performance evaluations and support professional growth
- Conduct weekly staff meetings
- Ensure compliance with NQS, Legislation & Regulations
- Ensure staff & the service always comply to safety standards and govt. regulations
- Interact with parents and meet their needs and expectations, ensuring open communication & involvement
- Maintaining all routines & order
- Rostering and replacing sick/hol staff
- Orientation of new families
- Ensuring all policies are followed by every stake holder
- Ensure efficient use of resources
- Lead the planning and implementation of the educational program, which values a holistic view of each child’s development.
- Open to Inservice as applicable

If this sounds like you, we would love to meet with you. So please send us your resume.

**Job Types**: Full-time, Permanent

Pay: $54,765.00 - $110,467.00 per year

**Benefits**:

- Professional development assistance

Schedule:

- Monday to Friday
- Rotating roster

Supplementary Pay:

- Overtime pay
- Penalty rates

Work Location: In person