Preschool Educator- Diploma of Early Childhood Education and Care

2 weeks ago

Albury Area, Australia Thurgoona Preschool Full time $60,000 - $90,000 per year
  • Fixed-term contract - Full-time, 5 days per week.
  • Immediate start until the end of Term 2, 2026.
  • We also have casual or temporary part-time positions (specific days required). Immediate start until the end of Term
  • Enhanced educator-to-child ratios
  • Above award wages
  • Opportunity to work in a not-for-profit, community preschool

One of our Thurgoona Preschool educators is embarking on an exciting adventure, so we are looking for an experienced, enthusiastic and dedicated educator to join our team for a fixed-term contract.

The position is a full-time contract (38 hours per week) with an immediate start and ending at the end of Term

Thurgoona Preschool provides high-quality education and care for up to 50 children each day, aged three to five years and operates for children from 8.30 am to 4.00 pm during the NSW public school terms.

An extensive range of resources is available to provide children with a quality play-based program. The preschool is set in a beautiful natural environment. It is situated close to the university, schools, childcare centres and shops.

We are also looking for casual or temporary part-time educators to work on specific days until the end of Term 4 2025, to support the inclusion of children with additional needs.

QUALIFICATIONS AND EXPERIENCE:

  • Diploma of Early Childhood Education and Care (preferred) or
  • Certificate 111 in Early Childhood Education and Care (may be considered)
  • Current Education & Care First Aid, Asthma & Anaphylaxis training
  • NSW Working with Children Check clearance.
  • Current ACECQA approved Child Protection qualification.
  • Working knowledge of the National Quality Framework (NQF) and the Early Years Learning Framework (EYLF)
  • Experience working in a preschool or early childhood setting
  • Experience supporting children with additional needs (desired)

SELECTION CRITERIA-

  • Knowledge of and a commitment to implementing the Child Safe Standards and providing a child safe environment for all children.
  • Excellent communication skills to effectively liaise with families and staff and maintain a positive team environment.
  • Ability to provide a nurturing, welcoming and inclusive learning environment
  • Ability to work as part of a team, engage in collaboration, shared feedback and reflective practice.
  • Ability to observe and record children's development and interests, and contribute to the program.
  • Ability to assist in providing education programs which meet the developmental, cultural and individual needs of all children attending the preschool.
  • Experience and enthusiasm to create inviting, interesting and nurturing learning environments and experiences for children that reflect their ideas, interests and strengths and support growth and development.
  • Ability to implement behaviour guidance techniques and strategies consistent with the preschool policies and practices.
  • Demonstrated commitment to participate in professional and personal development.

Our children would like someone nice, will help build a truck, read a book and keep us safe.

Salary will be in accordance with the Thurgoona Preschool Whole of Centre Agreement 2020/ Deed of Agreement 2025.

Prohibited persons are not permitted to apply.

TO APPLY:

Please contact the Director via email, or phone to be emailed an 'Application Form'. Email the completed Application Form with a cover letter addressing the selection criteria, a resume with name and contact number of two work referees and the position applying for to

Please email with any questions.

Only suitable applicants will be contacted.

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