<p align="center"><strong>Early Learning Centre Teacher Director </strong></p> <p><strong>Location:</strong>&nbsp;St Thomas Aquinas, West Belconnen<br><strong>Employment Type:</strong> Full-time, Permanent<br><strong>Salary Range:</strong> $132,568 plus superannuation (based on skills and experience)<br><strong>Start Date: </strong>Immediate start available<br><strong>Closing Date:</strong> 11:55 pm, 7 April 2024</p> <p>Catholic Education, Archdiocese of Canberra, and Goulburn (CECG) plays an integral role in education across ACT and NSW through the operation and success of 56 Catholic Systemic Schools and nine Early Learning Centres. <br><br>As an organisation we are committed to workforce diversity and creating inclusive workplaces. We welcome applications from suitable candidates from all diversity groups to support our system of schools and early learning centres in delivering quality education outcomes for the students in our care.</p> <p><strong>About the Role<br><br></strong>The position of&nbsp;Early Learning Centre Director, known internally as ELC Teacher Director, within a CECG Early Learning Centre (ELC) is a unique and exciting opportunity! In this role, the successful candidate will use their qualifications and years of experience to lead the operational and strategic management <br>of one of our nine established and highly regarded ELCs within Canberra. <br><br>The ideal candidate will have a passion for early education and care legislation regulations and pedagogy and a strengths-based approach to working with children, families, and colleagues. They will promote our strong culture of educational excellence and inclusion to encourage continuous improvement.<br><br><strong>Employee Benefits</strong></p> <ul type="disc"> <li>Permanent contract.</li> <li>Attractive remuneration package, access to salary packaging, and novated leasing.</li> <li>24 weeks of maternity leave and up to 14 weeks of parental leave (commencing 1 January 2024).</li> <li>Professional development and subsidised training opportunities.</li> <li>Access to free parking.</li> <li>Laptop and mobile phone provided.</li> <li>Positive and collaborative workplace culture.</li> </ul> <p><strong>Key Responsibilities</strong></p> <ul> <li>Lead, motivate, and mentor the preschool teams to deliver exceptional outcomes for our children and families.</li> <li>Support preschool educators to deliver on requirements of the NQF, including National Quality Standards (NQS) and compliance with laws, regulations, approved learning frameworks, and CECG policies, procedures, and requirements.</li> <li>Support teachers and educators to plan and implement high-quality, responsive early learning programs which are based on a sound knowledge of early childhood development and educational principals to meet the needs of groups and individual children.</li> <li>Proven and effective leadership in the planning, implementation, and evaluation of high-quality educational and care programs for groups of preschool-age children.</li> <li>Provide support, mentorship, and educational leadership for staff to enhance and develop the knowledge, skills, and understanding of the Early Years Learning Framework and NQS standards.</li> <li>Identify risks and non-compliance in preschool to ensure the preschool implements actions to resolve and prevent the re-occurrence of incidents.</li> </ul> <p><strong>Required Qualifications</strong></p> <ul> <li>ACECQA recognised university qualification in Early Childhood Teaching</li> <li>Working with Children Registration</li> <li>TQI Registration (or willingness to obtain)</li> <li>ACECQA approved first aid, CPR, anaphylaxis and asthma certifications</li> <li>Current Driver’s License</li> </ul> <p><strong>Selection Criteria</strong></p> <ul> <li>Demonstrated understanding of current early education and care legislation regulations and pedagogy including the EYLF and Reggio Emilia approach.</li> <li>Leadership or management experience in early education and care is desirable</li> <li>Demonstrated experience in managing stakeholder engagement, with effective interpersonal and communication skills</li> <li>Analytical and diagnostic skills with the ability to undertake research and resolve matters as they arise.</li> </ul> <p><strong>Application Process</strong></p> <p>Applicants must submit a current resume and cover letter addressing the abovementioned selection criteria. The cover letter should be no more than three pages.</p> <p>Further information about the role and Catholic Education, Archdiocese of Canberra &amp; Goulburn is available on the <a href="https://cg.catholic.edu.au/">website</a>.</p> <p>If you have any questions about the role, contact Amy Tallon, People &amp; Culture Officer, on 0459943831 or via email at <a href="mailto:amy.tallon@cg.catholic.edu.au">amy.tallon@cg.catholic.edu.au</a>.</p> <p><strong>Please note that only people with the right to work in Australia should apply for this position.</strong></p><br><br><p><img src="https://az29734.vo.msecnd.net/static/people/icons/icon_file_small.gif" alt="Download File">&nbsp;<a href="https://careers.cg.catholic.edu.au/cw/en/PositionDescriptionDocument/502903/early-learning-centre-director">Applicant Information Pack</a></p>