Kindergarten Teacher

Details of role
Position is available for immediate start until December 2025 with possibility of extension.
Salary is based on full time salary and will be paid pro rata of the part time days available:
Part time days are Thursday, Fridays and every alternate Wednesday.
Curriculum
Lead the provision of high-quality early childhood education program promoting the Lady Gowrie Qld philosophy.
Ensure compliance with Quality Area 1, undertaking high quality documentation, planning and critical reflection.
Implement the Queensland Kindergarten Learning Guidelines
Promote and respect the individuality of the child and be responsive in the provision of the program to reflect this.
Implement a detailed educational program reflective of a child centered curriculum.
In collaboration with all stakeholders develop an inclusive care and education program supported by sound pedagogical theories and practice.
Evaluate the program and its effectiveness through collaboration with children, families and staff.
Ensure that documentation on children and their learning is maintained, is diverse in observational techniques and holistic in approach.
Support and supervise staff in their work at the Service, promoting informed and reflective professional practice. The teacher will work in collaboration with the Nominated Supervisor and Educational Leader in supporting the ongoing development of all staff.
Evaluate the program and its effectiveness through collaboration with children, families
Ensure that documentation on children and their learning is maintained, is diverse in observational techniques and holistic in approach.
Implement a range of proactive strategies to promote two-way information sharing between home and the Service, including feedback on Service provision.
Support integrated service delivery through the development of professional networks with contacts outside the Lady Gorie Community Kindergarten, including child health and other specialist services, schools, parenting and family support services.
Ensure compliance with Quality Area 1 undertaking high quality documentation and planning and critical reflection.
Working with Children and Families
Provide an environment that welcomes children and families and creates a sense of community within the program.
Demonstrate an understanding and empathetic attitude when working with families
Communicate with children in a meaningful and authentic manner that supports and encourages children’s participation within the program and develop rich relationships with each individual.
Promote and facilitate meaningful parent participation in all aspects of Service provision, and support staff in this important aspect of their work.
Promote the management of children’s behaviour in accordance with Lady Gowrie Community Kindergartens Behaviour Management Policy.
Human Resource Management and Support
Attend and actively participate in parent / family meetings and Service events
Actively engage with families in sharing information relative to their child
Supportive of the diversity of families and their culture in engaging them in the program and caring for their children.
Promote and maintain effective teamwork communications with staff, volunteers and students.
Develop and maintain cooperative and harmonious relationships and work in collaboration with others to prevent and/or resolve difficulties.
Communicate and regularly review kindergarten service policies, procedures and practices with staff to promote consistent high quality service provision.
Support and encourage the Educator/s to actively participate in the care and education of the children in the program, inclusive of record keeping and documentation.
Support the inclusion and participation of students and volunteers, ensuring the appropriateness of working with and communicating with children
Promote and support professional development for staff, including attending and leading professional development sessions.
Supporting the Kindergarten Service
Ensure that the Kindergarten Service, inclusive of both indoor and outdoor environments is aesthetically inviting for children to engage in play and adheres to safety requirements as per regulatory requirements.
Ensure the hygiene and safety of the conditions of equipment and materials
Record and arrange any maintenance issues relative to equipment or the service.
Comply with all regulatory requirements relative to the Service.
Maintain all Kindergarten Service enrolments and record information relative to the children and families, reflective of Kindergarten Service procedures and legislative requirements.
Continuous Quality Improvement
Ensure that all statutory requirements with respect to the Service are being met or exceeded (e.g., National Quality Framework, Approved Kindergarten Program Provider, funding agreement.
In collaboration with the staff and management undertake self-assessment and ongoing implementation of the Kindergarten Service Quality Improvement Plan.