We are seeking a dedicated Childcare Educator to join our team in Morwell, Victoria, on a permanent basis to cover maternity leave. This role is essential in providing a nurturing and educational setting for children, ensuring their safety, development, and well-being. The successful candidate will play a vital role in fostering a love for learning and supporting the individual needs of each child in our care.
Responsibilities:
Undertake and lead daily routine of appropriate early childhood education and experiences.
Assist in creating an appropriate workplace which provides for developmental stimulation of children attending the centre.
Greet parents, careers and children upon entering and exiting the centre.
Positively interact with all children, nurturing their confidence and self-esteem giving each child individual attention and comfort throughout the day.
Contribute to and assist in the development and/or evaluation of the programmers and activities.
Ensure a clean and healthy environment for all children.
Supervise and engage in the activities of a group of children during the day that you are responsible for.
Provide information to the Centre Coordinator that is relevant to the care, development and safety of the children within the center.
Assist in planning for the ongoing development of each individual child.
Ensure all service delivery is culturally secure; respectful and culturally competent.
Work with staff members to ensure the smooth operation of the day to day running of the centre in accordance to your centre’s policies and procedures.
Be a productive, positive team member who contributes equally and honestly whilst respecting everyone’s opinions
Assist in the recording of children development and ensure information is recorded accurately and in a timely manner.
Qualifications:
Diploma in Early Childhood Education or equivalent qualification.
Experience working in a childcare or educational setting.
Solid understanding of child development principles and practices.
Satisfactory Criminal History Check.
Satisfactory drug & alcohol screening.
Current First Aid and CPR certification.
Working with Children Check Clearance.