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Oshc Educational Leader - Lutwyche, Australia - YMCA Brisbane

YMCA Brisbane

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Lutwyche, Australia

1 month ago

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Olivia Brown

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Description

The Y Queensland's childcare services has been at the heart of Australian communities for more than 40 years, with our first early learning service opening in Brisbane in 1977 after we identified the need for childcare that focused on helping children grow in body, mind and spirit.

YMCA Outside School Hours Care (OSHC) provides fun, stimulating and safe care for primary and secondary school children before and after school.

At OSHC, children have the opportunity to participate in cooking, sport, music, art, dance and so much more.

We are excited to announce that YMCA has acquired the OSHC site based at Wooloowin State School on Brisbane's inner north side

An opportunity for an experienced
Lead Educator to join our exceptional team is now available on a
permanent, part time basis.

This OSHC-dedicated site is set amongst beautiful grounds including an undercover eating area, two large age-appropriate playgrounds and an expansive oval, allowing kids to run wild both physically and with their imagination.

Our program is developed according to the My Time Our Place Framework and is centralised around the elements of Belonging, Being and Becoming.

The program is aimed at providing our children with opportunities to learn, develop and grow through play, allowing them to learn about their world and develop a sense of self.

ABOUT THE ROLE

This position will lead the development and implementation of the education program by promoting children's well-being, personal growth and learning by helping the children to foster values, attitudes and ways of living and learning.

Lead the development and implementation of the educational program and assessment with the support of Assistant Coordinator and Coordinator
Ensure children's learning and development informs the design of the educational program, allowing Educators to facilitate and extend this to the children
Liaise effectively with parents, staff and all internal and external stakeholders
Make recommendations for improvements to Educator programs and practices
Mentor and support the Educator team's understanding of the program and practice including how to reflect on the effectiveness of their programs, interactions, intentional teaching and other strategies
Ensure compliance with policy
Undertake administrative requirements
Work collaboratively with families and the school community

SELECTION CRITERIA

A Diploma in Children's Services or equivalent and demonstrated experience in early childhood education
Minimum of three years' experience in an early childhood education and care setting
Comprehensive working knowledge of the approved learning framework
Demonstrated ability to coach and mentor others
Excellent communication and interpersonal skills
Comprehensive working knowledge of child development, attachment and learning styles
A demonstrated understanding of evidencebased best practice approaches to teaching and learning
Welldeveloped critical thinking skills, including the ability to analyse and challenge conventional practice and ideas
Hold or be willing to obtain a current First Aid and CPR certification
Hold a Positive Notice Blue Card or be willing to obtain one

REMUNERATION & BENEFITS

The YMCA offers many employee benefits including:

Free YMCA gym membership
Discounted rates at our childcare facilities
Discounted rate on selected health care through Medibank Private
Discounted accommodation rates at the George Williams Hotel
A range of online benefits through our online employee discounts and benefits program

APPLICATIONS

To apply, please click the
'APPLY' button and submit your resume and a cover letter detailing how your experience meets the selection criteria.

Our Commitment
The YMCA is an equal-opportunity employer and is committed to safeguarding children and young people.

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