Early Childhood Teacher - Early Learning Centre

King's Baptist Grammar School

Wynn Vale, SA 


Kindergarten / ELC / Early Childhood

Contract Type: Contract Position Part Time (0.80 FTE)

Applications Close: 8 November 2024


Are you a passionate and dedicated Early Childhood Teacher looking for an opportunity to make a meaningful impact in the lives of young learners? King's Early Learning Centre, a faith-based early learning service, is seeking a dynamic and creative Early Childhood Teacher to join our team and contribute to our child-centred, Reggio Emilia-inspired educational approach.

<p><strong>King&#39;s Early Learning</strong></p><p>We believe that every child is a unique gift from God, full of potential and a future contributor to society. Our learning environment is built upon the principles of Reggio Emilia, Italy, and we strive to provide a stimulating, positive, and engaging atmosphere for children aged 3 to 5. </p><p>Our modern facilities and strong ethos create an environment where learning is exciting, meaningful, and continuously improved. </p><p><strong>Opportunity</strong></p><p>We are seeking to appoint a qualified Early Childhood Teacher experienced in a variety of approaches to learning, curriculum, programming and planning.</p><p>The position is a part time (0.8 FTE) replacement contract for commencement in January 2025. </p><p>At King&#39;s, Early Childhood Teachers experience the full array of benefits applicable to teaching staff. Enjoy term breaks and a balanced workload in alignment with our Enterprise Agreement. </p><p>Early Childhood Teachers at King&#39;s are not typically required to fill early or late shifts on the roster.   </p><p><strong>Key Responsibilities:</strong> </p><p>As an Early Childhood Teacher at King&#39;s Early Learners, you will:</p><ul><li>Establish a stimulating, child-centred, and positive learning environment aligned with our values.</li><li>Prioritize the pastoral care and welfare of all children in our care.</li><li>Develop strong relationships with children and help them explore and develop their faith.</li><li>Utilize effective teaching strategies inspired by Reggio Emilia and the Early Years Learning Framework.</li><li>Identify individual learning needs and create differentiated experiences for effective engagement.</li><li>Assess and document children&#39;s learning and development in line with policies.</li><li>Communicate effectively with parents through various channels, including meetings, portfolios, and reports.</li><li>Collaborate with the Director to develop Individual Learning Plans for children with specific needs.</li></ul><p><strong>Essential Criteria</strong></p><p>We are seeking candidates who possess:</p><ul><li>A personal commitment to King&#39;s Vision, Mission and Values that underpin the delivery of a Christian-based education to students in the School community. </li><li>A relevant qualification in Early Childhood Education (minimum Bachelor&#39;s degree).</li><li>Demonstrated experience in implementing Reggio Emilia-inspired and child-centred teaching methods.</li><li>Strong understanding of faith-based education and nurturing a child&#39;s faith journey.</li><li>Excellent communication skills, both written and verbal.</li><li>A passion for creating a positive and engaging learning environment.</li><li>Ability to work collaboratively with colleagues and parents.</li></ul><p>If you are an experienced and qualified Early Childhood Teacher who shares our passion for fostering a child&#39;s potential, we invite you to apply for this exciting role.</p><p>Employment conditions are contained in the King&#39;s Baptist Grammar School current Enterprise Agreement. </p><p>Applications via Seek or to <a href="mailto:HR&#64;kingsbaptist.sa.edu.au" rel="nofollow">HR&#64;kingsbaptist.sa.edu.au</a> by 4pm Friday 8 November 2024.</p><p>For further information regarding this role and Application Guidelines please visit our website.</p><p><a href="https://www.kingsbaptist.sa.edu.au/our-community/careers" rel="nofollow">https://www.kingsbaptist.sa.edu.au/our-community/careers</a></p>