Director and Educational Leader

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Kenmore District Kindergarten has been caring and educating 3- to 5-year-old children for over 65 years. A unique opportunity has become available for a Director and Educational Leader to join our amazing team in a permanent part-time position. In this role you will lead our Kindergarten and work closely with a dedicated, voluntary, Management Committee.

At Kenmore District Kindergarten we believe in excellence in education for each child through play. While we maintain that special community Kindy feel, our much sought-after programs are at the forefront of early childhood learning and education practices.

About the role

The Director and Educational Leader is a permanent part-time position. This is a non-contact role allowing for focus on leading and managing a small, close knit and experienced team for 15 hours per week. Options to expand the role to also include teaching may be considered for those interested next year.

As Director (nominated supervisor / service manager) you will be responsible for promoting and ensuring :

The delivery of high-quality early childhood education and Kindergarten programs based on the Early Years Learning Framework (EYLFv2) and Queensland Kindergarten Learning Guideline (QKLG)

Strong trusting relationships between children, families and staff

A strong and cohesive professional team

Meaningful parent participation in all aspects of service provision

Cost effective service provision and the best investment of available resources

Help market the centre to attract future enrolments.

You will be supported in this role by the existing staff and voluntary management committee elected annually from the parent body.

In addition, as Educational Leader you will lead the development and implementation of the educational and care program. Key duties include promoting and ensuring :

The understanding of high quality early childhood education and Kindergarten programs based on the Early Years Learning Framework (EYLF) and Queensland Kindergarten Learning Guideline (QKLG)

The interest in reading widely and sharing information with other educators in a manner which reflects their level of understanding

The knowledge of curriculum approaches and the ability to support discussion of how these may be implemented in particular settings or with particular children

Access to current research about curriculum and a desire to guide others in reflecting on their practice

The knowledge of children’s individual learning styles so that approaches can be differentiated to meet complex needs of children from a range of backgrounds and abilities

Personal qualities and a willingness to listen as well as coach, mentor and reflect alongside the team.

A key aspect of the role of Educational Leader is to create an inspirational vision for children’s learning and curriculum collaboratively.

About you

We are looking for a strong leader, who is passionate about early years education, community kindergarten and creating an inclusive experience for all children and their families. The successful candidate will :

Be able to demonstrate their experience as a Director, and be well-versed in their understanding and application of the NQF, NQS, EYLF V2.0 and the QKLG in their planning for and documentation and assessment of children’s learning and development.

Demonstrate extensive experience in leading a team of teachers and educators and the ability and desire to work alongside them to support the needs of the children and families in the Kindergarten’s care

Be an incredible communicator with a natural ability and inclination to develop and foster genuine connections with children, parents and guardians, community networks, schools and allied health professionals

Be passionate about play-based learning and demonstrate their ability to provide high-quality, authentic and stimulating learning programs and environments that enhance children’s learning and development

Be committed to ongoing professional development and reflective practices

Be self-driven with demonstrated initiative, innovation and flexibility

Be an approachable and respectful leader who seeks feedback and invites contribution

Have an understanding of and the ability to follow budgets.

Key qualifications and experience

Bachelor’s Degree in Early Childhood or equivalent (must be recognised by ACECQA)

Queensland College of Teacher Registration or be eligible for Teacher Registration in Queensland

At least three years’ experience as a Director of a Kindergarten

Experience as Educational Leader of a Kindergarten

Recognised First Aid, CPR and Asthma and Anaphylaxis certification

Blue Card or Exemption Card

Child Protection Training or willingness to undertake training prior to commencement.

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Your application will include the following questions : Which of the following statements best describes your right to work in Australia? How many years' experience do you have as an Educational Leader? Have you worked in a role which requires a sound understanding of the early years learning framework? How many years of people management experience do you have? Have you completed a Diploma in Early Childhood Education and Care?

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