Occupation: Education and training

Location: Melbourne - Southern suburbs

Reference: 1547551

Location Profile

Doveton College is a unique, diverse and vibrant learning community. It is unlike any other educational setting in Australia. Located in the South Eastern suburbs of Melbourne, Doveton College resides in one of the most disadvantaged metropolitan regions of Australia. It is the first of ten settings to be developed in association with the Colman Foundation, Our Place and the Department of Education.

Doveton College is complex in its operation; it seeks to support, foster and develop opportunities for all members of the Doveton Community including children, young people, and adults. The focus is on providing high quality teaching and learning programs for children and young people from 0 to 15 years old, with additional learning opportunities for parents and the wider community members. It provides a wide range of wrap-around educational, health and allied health services, Maternal and Child Health, and Adult Learning opportunities. Early Learning has an Exceeding Rating in all quality areas, operating a long day setting, with a focus on learning through play in a structured, appealing indoor/outdoor learning environment. Each week students from Foundation to Year 9 participate in the Doveton Engagement and Enrichment Program (DEEP) which operates as an extension to the school day and includes sports, performance, technology and artistic programs.

Doveton College is committed to providing a child safe environment where children and young people are safe and feel safe, and their voices are heard about decisions that affect their lives. Particular attention is paid to the cultural safety of Aboriginal children,



those with culturally and/or linguistically diverse backgrounds, as well as the safety of children with a disability. Children are at the centre of all our decisions.

the potential of each of our children and young people to learn, to achieve and do their best

empowering all our children and young people to be curious, independent, happy and motivated to excel

a rigorous and dynamic curriculumto meet the needs of, and promote the growth of every child and young person

a robust learning culture and team approach, based on the values of Respect, Excellence, Empathy, Resilience, and Belonging

the belief that learning occurs in partnership with parents and families and the support of the community

The Early Learning Centre has been accredited twice with an ACECQA Excellence rating and currently holds an EXCEEDING rating. It comprises of three learning environments; a 0-3 year old room, 3 year old kinder room and a 4 year old kinder room. Each room is staffed with high quality educators, and ratios well above the minimum level required under national laws. A qualified ELC teacher implements a high quality education program for every 3 and 4 year old child, that is based upon theNational Early Years Learning Framework and the Victorian Early Years Learning and Development Framework.



Each room runs an indoor/outdoor program taking advantage of the bright airy rooms and the extensive outdoor opportunities that are accessible all year round.

The ELC is able to access programs in the College such as PMP (Perceptual Motor Program), Music and library. Administration services are provided to the ELC, enabling the educators to focus on the children in their care and the provision of high quality programs.

Selection Criteria

SC1Demonstrated high-quality pedagogical approaches, linked with an excellent understanding of children¿s learning and development from birth to school age.

SC2Excellent understanding of the National Quality Framework and Standards, relevant legislation, Early Years Learning Framework and the Victorian Early Years Learning and Development Framework and transition to school.

SC3Experience in implementing the planning cycle, analysing and evaluating an inclusive, child-centred program which supports young children's learning and development.

SC4Demonstrated ability to lead staff in the delivery of high-quality early childhood programs for a specific cohort of children.

SC5Demonstrated interpersonal and communication skills. Demonstrated experience in establishing and maintaining collaborative relationships with children, parents, colleagues and the broader community to support the learning development agency, wellbeing and safety of children.

SC6Demonstrated understanding of trauma informed practice and the capacity to cater for students with a wide range of trauma backgrounds and educational needs.

Role

There are three components to this position:

Leading the planning, implementation and evaluation of an appropriate educational program for very young children at

📌 Early Childhood Teacher (Melbourne)
🏢 Victorian Government
📍 Melbourne