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Classroom Teacher - St Joseph's Early Learning Centre - O'Connor ACT

Classroom Teacher - St Joseph's Early Learning Centre - O'Connor ACT

Catholic Education Archdiocese of Canberra and Goulburn

O'connor

  • Expired
Job type:
Full Time, Permanent
Apply by:
21 April 2024

Job overview

Location: O'Connor, ACT 
Employment Type: Permanent  
Employment Status: Full-time  
Salary Range: $76,754 - $126,236 (based on skills and experience) plus superannuation 
Start Date: DAY MONTH 2024 
Closing Date:11.55 pm, Sunday 21 April 2024

About Us 
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. 

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. 

About St Joseph's Early Learning Centre 
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.

About the Role 
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. 

Benefits and Opportunities 

  • A positive and collaborative workplace culture 
  • 24 weeks of paid parental leave (maternity/adoption) 
  • Up to 14 weeks of paid parental leave (paternity/non-initial primary carer leave) 
  • Support for professional development and study opportunities 
  • Opportunities to transfer to other schools within the Archdiocese across ACT and NSW to support lifestyle choice

Key Responsibilities 

  • Plan, implement and evaluate a high-quality preschool program guided by the Early Years Learning Framework in collaboration with other educators.
  • Have a knowledge and understanding of nature, risky and play based learning.
  • 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.
  • 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.
  • Show care, respect, and a commitment to confidentiality in all interactions with children, staff, and families.
  • Communicate with families about the preschool program through formal and informal discussions and regular written reports.
  • Assess the developmental needs of children, including the need for referral to specialist services, and to provide information and advice for families.
  • Participate and support within our wider community including the Primary School and Parish.
  • Adhere to mandatory reporting and child protection legislative requirements.

Essential Criteria 

  • Must have completed ACECQA Approved Early Childhood Teaching qualification.
  • Teaching Accreditation (TQI).
  • Must hold a Working with children registration (WWVP).
  • Certificates in First Aid (HLTAID004) Asthma and Anaphylaxis.
  • A willingness to support the ethos and mission of Catholic education.
  • Knowledge of how to implement a high-quality educational program using the Early Years Learning Framework in conjunction with nature and risky play opportunities.
  • Implementing an inclusive program based on recorded observations, analysis of learning and developmental needs of children.
  • Well-developed verbal and written communication skills and a sense of responsibility and self-motivation with strong organisational skills.
  • An understanding of the National Quality Standards and a commitment to
  • contribute to the centres’ Quality Improvement Plan and centre philosophy
  • Commitment and ability to work in a cohesive team.
  • An understanding of the implications of legal, employment and child protection policies.

Other Eligibility Criteria 

  • You must be an Australian Citizen or Permanent Resident to be eligible to apply for this position. 
  • Appointment is subject to satisfactory employment screening for child-related employment in accordance with CECG policy. 

Application Process 

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. 

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. 

For further information about the School please visit our website. Information about the Catholic Education Archdiocese of Canberra & Goulburn can be accessed here

Position-specific queries: Please contact Beth Lehmensich on 02 6248 9818 or via email beth.lehmensich@cg.catholic.edu.au

Application queries: Please contact the Recruitment team on 02 6218 0007 or via email recruitment@cg.catholic.edu.au

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About Catholic Education Archdiocese of Canberra and Goulburn

Who are we?

Catholic Education, Canberra and Goulburn (CECG) plays an integral role in education both in the ACT and NSW, covering 88,000 square kilometres covering the whole of the ACT and extending from Pambula on the south coast, to Crookwell in the North, through to the western point of Lake Cargelligo. Operating 56 Schools and 8 Early Learning Centres Catholic Education Canberra & Goulburn is key to education of over 21,000 students within the Diocese and employing over 2,100 professionals. 

As a diverse and inclusive workforce, Catholic Education offers career opportunities across the ACT and NSW regions including providing support and mentoring for graduate teachers as well as professional learning and career development programs tailored to individual needs.

Our vision

Our strategic vision to deliver learning and experiences in Catholic Education that will shape a strong sense of spiritual self and wellbeing and equip students to be ethical, agile thinkers who strive to make a positive contribution in the world around them. Actively working to build strong partnerships between the Catholic Education Office, Schools, Students, Parents & Families and Parishes to deliver on this vision. We invite you to walk with us, to share this journey that paves the way for our children now, and in years to come, to flourish. 

From early learning to College, a Catholic education provides an evidence-based academic, faith-filled learning journey.

Principals and teachers work with parents to grow happy, caring, compassionate young people.

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