We're Hiring!

Journey Early Learning is seeking an enthusiastic, passionate, and experienced Early Childhood Teacher to implement high quality programs that promote the physical, cognitive, emotional and social development of children in our Three-to-Five-year at Journey Early Learning | Echuca

What do we offer?

Our people are at the heart of our success and in shaping our children’s future. We recognise and celebrate that each member of our community brings the best version of themselves to work every day. In return, we provide opportunities to grow, be inspired, empowered and truly love where you work.

Joining our community provides you access to the below benefits:

• 80% off Childcare Discounts
• Anniversary Gifts to recognise you
• Paid Birthday Leave
• Access to visible leaders and founders
• Mental Health First Aid
• Employee Assistance Program
• Opportunities to participate in targeted professional learning
• Emerging leadership opportunities for growth and career development
• Immediate access to our learning portal, Journey Academy
• High-quality resources and environments
• Core values that we live and breathe

Who are we?

At Journey Early Learning, we aim to create a safe, secure, homely environment where everyone feels welcome. Our future is one filled with endless possibilities and growth opportunities, and together, we’ve developed an educational approach that is inspiring, stimulating and encouraging.

When it comes to early learning, our educators have a vital role to play. Journey educators are passionate, considerate, educated, inspirational and welcoming. Our educators understand that learning is a journey and enjoy developing deeper connections with children, families, and the wider community.

What’s the role?

This is a full-time opportunity, located in Echuca.

As our new Early Childhood Teacher, your role as an active leading team member will be to provide a safe and stimulating environment which meets the needs of our children. It is your responsibility to encourage engagement and participation in curriculum decision making, in line with our curriculum, standards, and practices.

We are genuinely committed to investing in our people. We will offer you the tools, training and support needed in your new role.

Your main responsibilities will include:

• Bringing the Journey Values of connection, communication and consideration to life and reflect this in everyday practice.
• Ability to adhere to Journey’s child safe policy and code of conduct
• Planning and structuring learning in both indoor and outdoor environments, using a variety of materials and equipment to facilitate children’s development
• Providing a variety of experiences and activities to develop motor skills, cooperative social skills, confidence and understanding
• Promoting language development through storytelling, role play, songs, rhymes and informal discussions held individually and within groups of children
• Observing children to evaluate progress and to detect signs of ill health, emotional disturbance and other disabilities
• Observing nutritional health, welfare and safety needs of children and identifying factors which may impede their progress
• Having open conversations and discussions with parents to support children’s development
• Attending parent interviews, centre meetings and events
• Participating in community and family support programs as appropriate
• Supervising student teachers on placement

Who are you?

You are an experienced Early Childhood Teacher with a strong understanding and passion for providing quality care and programs that support and encourage children to thrive, grow and develop.

Key skills and requirements:

• ACECQA recognised bachelor’s degree (Birth Five)
• Current Valid Working with Children Check
• A demonstrated commitment to providing a safe, caring, non-judgmental and supportive environment for all children and their families.
• A demonstrated ability to adhere to and understand the ECA code of Ethics and the United Nations Convention on the Rights of the Child

So, if this opportunity resonates with you and you believe you can contribute to the team’s success in this role – apply now!

Join us at Journey Early Learning…where it all begins.

https://journey.edu.au/ 

Journey Early Learning promotes the safety, well-being, and inclusion of all children, including those with a disability, from culturally or linguistically diverse backgrounds. We are committed to all children's safety, participation, and empowerment.