<div> <p><strong>Location:</strong>&nbsp;O'Connor, ACT&nbsp;<br><strong>Employment Type:</strong>&nbsp;Permanent&nbsp;&nbsp;<br><strong>Employment Status:</strong>&nbsp;Full-time&nbsp;&nbsp;<br><strong>Salary Range:</strong> $76,754 - $126,236 (based on skills and experience) plus superannuation <br><strong>Start Date:</strong> DAY MONTH 2024&nbsp;<br><strong>Closing Date:</strong>11.55 pm, Sunday 21 April 2024</p> </div> <div> <p><strong>About Us&nbsp;</strong><br>Catholic Education, Archdiocese of Canberra and Goulburn (CECG) plays an integral role in education in the ACT and NSW, operating 56 Catholic Systemic Schools and nine Early Learning Centres.&nbsp;</p> </div> <div> <p>CECG is 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.&nbsp;</p> <p><strong>About St Joseph's Early Learning Centre&nbsp;</strong><br>St Joseph’s is a Catholic Primary School located in O’Connor ACT. Students attending our school come from a variety of backgrounds and nationalities. St Joseph's is a vibrant place of teaching and learning, where students and staff work towards individual and community goals that promote growth and improvement for all. Our vision gives shape to how we work together to support the development of our students and on which we are building our community.</p> <p><strong>About the Role&nbsp;</strong><br>The Early Childhood Teacher works as a part of a team striving for excellence in teaching and learning, where relationships and partnerships are nurtured and respected and where children feel safe and develop a strong sense of identity.&nbsp;</p> <div> <p><strong>Benefits and Opportunities&nbsp;</strong></p> </div> <ul> <li>A positive and collaborative workplace culture&nbsp;</li> <li>24 weeks of paid parental leave (maternity/adoption)&nbsp;</li> <li>Up to 14 weeks of paid parental leave (paternity/non-initial primary carer leave)&nbsp;</li> <li>Support for professional development and study opportunities&nbsp;</li> <li>Opportunities to transfer to other schools within the Archdiocese across ACT and NSW to support lifestyle choice</li> </ul> <p><strong>Key Responsibilities&nbsp;</strong></p> <ul> <li>Plan, implement and evaluate a high-quality preschool program guided by the Early Years Learning Framework in collaboration with other educators.</li> <li>Have a knowledge and understanding of nature, risky and play based learning.</li> <li>Review and evaluate the programs and services provided on a regular basis to ensure they are accessible and responsive to the needs of the community.</li> <li>Provide programs which enable the Preschool to meet the requirements of the CE policies and procedures, the ACT Education and Care Services National Regulations and the National Quality Standards.</li> <li>Show care, respect, and a commitment to confidentiality in all interactions with children, staff, and families.</li> <li>Communicate with families about the preschool program through formal and informal discussions and regular written reports.</li> <li>Assess the developmental needs of children, including the need for referral to specialist services, and to provide information and advice for families.</li> <li>Participate and support within our wider community including the Primary School and Parish.</li> <li>Adhere to mandatory reporting and child protection legislative requirements.</li> </ul> <p><strong>Essential Criteria&nbsp;</strong></p> <ul> <li>Must have completed ACECQA Approved Early Childhood Teaching qualification.</li> <li>Teaching Accreditation (TQI).</li> <li>Must hold a Working with children registration (WWVP).</li> <li>Certificates in First Aid (HLTAID004) Asthma and Anaphylaxis.</li> <li>A willingness to support the ethos and mission of Catholic education.</li> <li>Knowledge of how to implement a high-quality educational program using the Early Years Learning Framework in conjunction with nature and risky play opportunities.</li> <li>Implementing an inclusive program based on recorded observations, analysis of learning and developmental needs of children.</li> <li>Well-developed verbal and written communication skills and a sense of responsibility and self-motivation with strong organisational skills.</li> <li>An understanding of the National Quality Standards and a commitment to</li> <li>contribute to the centres’ Quality Improvement Plan and centre philosophy</li> <li>Commitment and ability to work in a cohesive team.</li> <li>An understanding of the implications of legal, employment and child protection policies.</li> </ul> <p><strong>Other Eligibility Criteria&nbsp;</strong></p> <ul> <li>You must be an Australian Citizen or Permanent Resident to be eligible to apply for this position.&nbsp;</li> <li>Appointment is subject to satisfactory employment screening for child-related employment in accordance with CECG policy.&nbsp;</li> </ul> <div> <p><strong>Application Process&nbsp;</strong></p> </div> <div> <p>Applicants are required to submit a cover letter and current resume including a statement of suitability against the skills, attributes, and experience as outlined in the Position Description.&nbsp;</p> </div> <div> <p>This position involves working with children. The appointment of successful applicants will be subject to satisfactory employment screening for child-related employment in accordance with CE policy.&nbsp;</p> </div> <div> <p>For further information about the School please visit our&nbsp;<a href="https://www.sjo.act.edu.au/elc" target="_blank" rel="noopener noreferrer">website</a>. Information about the Catholic Education Archdiocese of Canberra &amp; Goulburn can be accessed&nbsp;<a href="https://cg.catholic.edu.au/" target="_blank" rel="noopener noreferrer">here</a>.&nbsp;</p> </div> <div> <p><strong>Position-specific queries:</strong>&nbsp;Please contact Beth Lehmensich&nbsp;on&nbsp;02 6248 9818 or via email&nbsp;<a href="mailto:beth.lehmensich@cg.catholic.edu.au">beth.lehmensich@cg.catholic.edu.au</a>.&nbsp;</p> </div> <div> <p><strong>Application queries:</strong> Please contact the Recruitment team on 02 6218 0007 or via email&nbsp;<a href="mailto:recruitment@cg.catholic.edu.au" target="_blank" rel="noopener noreferrer">recruitment@cg.catholic.edu.au</a>.&nbsp;</p> </div> </div><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/503042/classroom-teacher-st-josephs-early-learning-centre-oconnor-act">Applicant Information Pack</a></p>