Early Childhood Teacher – Part Time Position (Contract)

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Early Childhood Teacher – Part Time Position (Contract)

Pioneer Community Kindergarten

We are currently seeking a dedicated, passionate and qualified Early Childhood Teacher to join our Kindergarten Centre on a contract basis.

The position will begin at the commencement of Term 4, 2024 until the end of Term 4, 2024 with an opportunity for permanent position. 

We are a long standing, not for profit Community Kindergarten, affiliated with Lady Gowrie, with an excellent reputation within the Mackay community. The role will require you to provide a quality educational program for the children and families in supporting positive outcomes for each individual child. The Service provides two programs for four groups of children, one on a five-day per fortnight basis and the second on a four-day fortnight long day option and is an Approved Kindergarten Program Provider.

See our website: https://mackaypioneerkindergarten.org.au to find out more about our Kindy.

The remuneration package will be in accordance with Pioneer Community Kindergartens current Enterprise Bargaining Agreement.

The following qualifications are essential:

  • Bachelor of Education with qualifications in Early Childhood Education
  • A positive Notice Blue Card/Exemption Card
  • Current first aid and CPR certificates (including Emergency Asthma and Anaphylaxis Management)
  • Previous experience in a community Kindergarten setting would be beneficial but not essential, new graduates are welcome to apply.

The ideal applicant will have previous experience in a similar role and the following key skills:

  • Is passionate and innovative in pedagogy and practice.
  • Ability to engage with children and families and build relationships that support engagement in the Kindergarten program and learning.
  • Demonstrated capacity to engage in collegial partnerships; to reflect on, and continually improve teaching and learning practices.
  • Demonstrated high level written and verbal communication skills and high-level interpersonal skills.
  • Demonstrated understanding of the EYLF, QKLG and NQF.  Excellent knowledge and understanding of early childhood development, philosophy and best practice.
  1. If you feel you meet the above criteria and believe that you have what it takes to be a part of a beautiful Kindergarten, please send through a cover letter, resume, qualifications and any queries to admin@pioneerkindy.org.au by Friday, 30th August, 2024.