Early Childhood Educator Part-Time

Macquarie College Preschool is excited to announce that we are seeking a passionate, creative and dedicated Early Childhood Educator to join our experienced team.

Macquarie College is an aspirational, future-focused school committed to providing an outstanding education to our students. We employ enthusiastic, highly competent educators and ancillary staff who enjoy coming to work each day.

As a faith-based school, our staff members must show a commitment to Christian beliefs and values and be able to demonstrate these in their role.

Our preschool is located on the Macquarie College campus and is an integrated part of the school.

Criteria – Essential:

• A minimum of 2 years’ experience working as an Early Childhood Educator within an early childhood service
• An approved Diploma in Children’s Services or Certificate 3 qualification in Children's Services as identified by the Australian Children's Education and Care Quality Authority
• Current Working with Children Check
• Child protection qualification
• Current First Aid Certificate including CPR, Anaphylaxis and Asthma Management training
• Ability to build relationships with children, families and staff
• Experience programming for children
• Commitment to ongoing professional development
• A commitment to our service philosophy

A Demonstrated understanding of:

• National Quality Framework (NQF)
• National Regulations
• Early Years Learning Framework (EYLF)
• Child Protection and Mandatory Reporting
• Workplace Health and Safety issues and practices

Expectations:

• You will be required to work a range of shifts (8hrs).
• Regular attendance at out of hours monthly staff meetings is compulsory.
• Attendance at some of our out of hours events that support our campus and our community.
• Our service is open from 7.30am – 5.30pm for 48 weeks of the year, excluding public holidays.
• This is a part-time position working three days a week.

To apply:

• Applicants MUST address how they meet the criteria in a cover letter.
• Please send the cover letter to Djuna O’Hern, MC Preschool Director, addressing the information above, why you have chosen a career in Early Childhood Education and why you believe you’d like to join our team.
• Please include your current vaccination status.
• Please include your full CV/Resume, with a minimum of 3 referees.
• Applications close – Friday 17 March at 4pm.

For a detailed Position Description and enquiries please email [email protected]

To learn more about our preschool please visit our website at: https://www.macquariecollegepreschool.nsw.edu.au/