<p><strong>Location:</strong>&nbsp;Calwell, ACT<br><strong>Employment Type:</strong>&nbsp;Temporary<br><strong>Employment Status: </strong>Part-time (38 hours per fortnight)<br><strong>Salary</strong>: $80,184 to $130,910&nbsp;full time equivalent plus superannuation. Salary is determined based on years of teaching service.<br><strong>Employment Term:</strong> Negotiable<br><strong>Closing Date:</strong>&nbsp;11.55pm, Monday 9 September 2024</p><p><strong>About Us</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.</p><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.</p><p><strong>About the Early Learning Centre</strong><br>Be a part of the development of the brand new Early Learning Centre, where you can be part of a team and environment from the ground-up. We are a community who thrives on peace and sustainability, which is fundamental to the Franciscan values.&nbsp;</p><p><strong>About the Role</strong><br>An exciting and rewarding opportunity exists to support the implementation of the mission of Catholic education and to provide high quality service and programs for children in the year before formal school at St Francis of Assisi ELC, Calwell. 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, where children feel safe and develop a strong sense of identity.</p><p><strong>Benefits and Opportunities</strong></p><ul><li>A positive and collaborative workplace culture</li><li>Access to curriculum resources and professional development that support evidence-based early childhood teaching practice</li><li>24 weeks of paid parental leave (maternity/adoption)</li><li>Up to 14 weeks of paid parental leave (paternity/non-initial primary carers leave)</li></ul><p><strong>Key Responsibilities</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>Implement the Religious Education program through prayer and exploration of scripture through story and play.</li><li>Review and evaluate programs and services to ensure they are accessible and responsive to the needs of the community.</li><li>Provide programs that are compliant with CECG policy and procedure, the National Quality Framework including National Law and Regulations and the National Quality Standards.</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 inform families.</li><li>Participate in community, Primary School and Parish events.</li><li>Adhere to mandatory reporting and child protection legislative requirements.</li><li>Participate in professional learning, staff appraisal and coaching and mentoring programs through whole school, ELC team and staff meetings.</li></ul><p><strong>Qualifications</strong></p><ul><li>Must have commenced or completed Initial Teacher Education (ITE) program in Bachelor of Education (Early Childhood) or equivalent.</li><li>Working with Vulnerable People (WWVP) and Working with Children’s Check (WWCC) registrations.</li><li>Teaching Quality Institute (TQI) accreditation and NSW Education Standards Authority (NESA) accreditation.</li></ul><p><strong>Essential Criteria</strong></p><ol><li>Excellent pedagogical skills to deliver play-based preschool program that is inclusive, based on recorded observations, analysis of learning and the developmental needs of children.</li><li>Demonstrated knowledge of contemporary Early Childhood theory and practice, including STEAM.</li><li>Demonstrated ability to document, monitor and assess child learning and use this data to inform educational programs and practices.</li><li>Excellent interpersonal, verbal and written communication skills including the capacity to establish and maintain collaborative relationships with colleagues, families and the broader community.</li><li>Thorough knowledge of the National Quality Standards, Quality Improvement Plans and the Early Years Learning Framework and how they influence the learning and teaching program.</li><li>Demonstrated commitment to ongoing professional development to continually improve teaching practice and learning outcomes.</li><li>Knowledge of the National Quality Standards and a commitment to contribute to Quality Improvement Plan.</li></ol><p><i>Please refer to the role description for an in-depth detail regarding criteria and skill set required.&nbsp;</i><br>&nbsp;</p><p><strong>Other Eligibility Criteria</strong></p><ul><li>You must be an Australian Citizen or Permanent Resident to be eligible to apply for this position.</li><li>Appointment is subject to satisfactory employment screening for child-related employment in accordance with CECG policy.</li></ul><p><strong>Application Process</strong></p><p>Applications are invited from interested candidates able to demonstrate a commitment to the vision of Catholic Education.</p><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.</p><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.</p><p>For further information about the School, please visit our&nbsp;<a href="https://stfa.act.edu.au/elc">website.</a>&nbsp;Information about Catholic Education Archdiocese of Canberra &amp; Goulburn can be accessed <a href="https://cg.catholic.edu.au/">here</a>.</p><p><strong>Position specific queries:</strong> Please contact ELC Director, Gabrielle Adams via email <a href="mailto:gabrielle.adams@cg.catholic.edu.au">gabrielle.adams@cg.catholic.edu.au</a>&nbsp;or phone&nbsp;02 6292 8998&nbsp;</p><p><strong>Application queries:</strong> Please contact the Recruitment Team on&nbsp;02 6218 0007 or via email <a href="mailto:recruitment@cg.catholic.edu.au">recruitment@cg.catholic.edu.au</a>&nbsp;</p><p>#S-DNI</p><p><br><br>&nbsp;</p><p>&nbsp;<a href="https://careers.cg.catholic.edu.au/cw/en/PositionDescriptionDocument/503544/classroom-teacher-st-francis-of-assisi-early-learning-centre-calwell-act">Applicant Information Pack</a></p>