Early Childhood Teacher

PRIMARY DETAIL

• Salary Package: $88,589 (HEW 6, Step 1) p.a. plus 17% employer’s superannuation and annual leave loading
• Appointment Type: 1.0 FTE, Fixed Term (11.5 month appointment)
• Mia Mia Child and Family Study Centre, Macquarie University, Wallumattagal Campus (North Ryde
• Start date: 9 January 2023
Given the impact of the Australian Government’s COVID-19 border restrictions and visa processing delays, applications from Australian citizens or permanent residents or people currently residing in Australia with full working rights may be prioritised at this point in time

THE ROLE

Mia Mia Child and Family Study Centre is the demonstration early childhood program for the School of Education at Macquarie University. We are looking for a degree qualified Early Childhood Teacher, who is passionate about early childhood education to join our team in a full time, fixed term role.

The successful applicant will be expected to:

• To work in collaboration and co-teach with another Early Childhood Teacher in the 2s and 3s Room 

• Develop and implement educational programs

• Build and maintain respectful, equitable and ethical relationships with children and families to engage them in the program and create an inclusive environment aligned to National Quality Standards

• Supervise, assist and engage with children to ensure their safety and wellbeing

• To work in partnership with, mentor and guide a team of educators

• Work in collaboration with families regarding their children’s care and education

You will be working in the 2s and 3s classroom, with joint responsibility for developing and implementing the educational program. In doing this you will work closely with other staff, children and their families. Mia Mia employs two early childhood teachers to work with each group of children and so this is a team-teaching role.

This is a great opportunity to join a dedicated team and work in a stimulating, friendly, welcoming and rewarding environment. This position is to commence in January 2023.

About You

You will have completed a Bachelor or Masters degree in Early Childhood Teaching with a minimum of 3 years classroom experience in the early childhood sector. You will be motivated and passionate to work with children to support the team in delivering quality, engaging play-based learning experiences. You will have a thorough understanding of contemporary early childhood curriculum and pedagogy along with a strong record of successfully implementing this in practice.

About Us

The Macquarie School of Education is shaping the future of education through transformative learning and research. Our future-facing programs have their foundations in interdisciplinary research, and our curriculum allows students to learn discipline studies from experts across the University. Our strengths in stakeholder engagement and research ensure we are leading the way and enriching the lives of those who graduate, as well as the students who are the eventual recipients of all that we accomplish on campus.

Mia Mia Child and Family Study Centre is a long-day early childhood school with a national and international reputation for excellence in early childhood education and teaching. Mia Mia is the demonstration program for the Macquarie School of Education and provides students, researchers, academics and other educators with premium opportunities for educational training, mentoring, observation and research. Mia Mia is also a site of innovative practice.

Macquarie is a university engaged with the real and often complex problems and opportunities that define our lives.

Since our foundation in 1964, we have aspired to be a different type of university. Over the years, we’ve grown to become the centre of a vibrant local and global community.

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To Apply

To be considered for this position, please apply online by submitting your CV and a separate cover letter that demonstrates how you meet the following selection criteria:

• Recognised Early Childhood Teaching qualification

• Accredited with the NSW Education Standards Authority (NESA)

• Current and valid Certificates in First Aid, Emergency Asthma Management and First Aid Management of Anaphylaxis, and a current and valid WWCC clearance

• Demonstrated teaching experience in the early childhood sector (minimum of 3-4 years)

• Experience developing and implementing meaningful and engaging curriculum for children from birth to 5 years of age (experience with the 2s and 3s age group preferred)

• Strong knowledge and understanding of the Early Years Learning Framework, National Quality Standards and contemporary approaches to early childhood curriculum and pedagogy

• Proven ability to work with others and coordinate a team approach to curriculum development

• Excellent communication skills, with an ability to relate to students, families and staff from all backgrounds

• Demonstrated experience working in a collaborative teaching environment, including building effective working relationships with team members

• Experience developing and presenting professional learning and development for an early childhood audience (preferred, not essential)

• Experience conducting or participating in research in an early childhood setting (preferred, not essential)

Note: The position of Early Childhood Teacher requires the successful candidate to comply with occupational screening assessment and vaccinations in line with Macquarie Universities health requirements. The position also requires a current and valid Working with Children Check Clearance for NSW. Macquarie University must be satisfied that all background checks, including a criminal record and qualification check are completed.

Position Enquiries:

Director of Mia Mia Child and Family Study Centre, Catherine Jones at catherine.jones@mq.edu.au

Assistant Director of Mia Mia Child and Family Study Centre, Mel Ferris at melinda.ferris@mq.edu.au

General Enquiries:

HR Officer, Emma Todd at emma.todd@mq.edu.

Applications Close:

Sunday, 27 November 2022 (11:59PM AEDT)

If you’re already part of the Macquarie Group (MQ University, U@MQ, MQ Health, MGSM), you’ll need to apply through your employee Workday account. To apply for this job: Login to Workday and go to the Careers App > Find Jobs.

Applications Close:

27/11/2022 11:59 PM

Equity & Diversity Statement

At Macquarie University, we are committed to providing a working environment where each individual is valued, respected and supported to progress. Our priority is to ensure culture, policies and processes are truly inclusive and that no-one is disadvantaged on the basis of their Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander identity, gender, culture, disability, LGBTIQA+ identities, family and caring responsibilities, age, or religion. We encourage everyone who meets the selection criteria and shares Macquarie University’s values of scholarship, empowerment and integrity to apply.

Learn more about our progress towards Equity, Diversity and Inclusion.

https://staff.mq.edu.au/work/diversity-inclusion