Early Childhood Educator - PRP
- Deliver quality early childhood education and care in line with the National Quality Standard and Early Years Learning Framework, using the Abecedarian Approach Australia model.
- Support children’s development, learning and cultural needs in a preschool environment as part of the Preschool Readiness Program team.
- Build relationships with families and provide culturally responsive support informed by the Alice Springs Aboriginal community and local resources.
Early Years - Alice Springs NT
Join an award-winning team delivering an innovative, community-led program with the Northern Territory's largest Aboriginal Community Controlled Health Service.
- Base Salary: $74,139 - $80,320 (p.a.)
- Total Effective Package: $93,505 - $100,491 (p.a.)*
- Full Time Contract
About the role
The Early Childhood Educator delivers quality education and care to children in accordance with National Quality Standards and Early Years Learning Framework based on the Abecedarian Approach Australia (3a) early childhood model. The role supports the operation and functioning of the Preschool Readiness Program through working as a team member to provide developmental support, learning support and cultural support for children in a preschool environment. Liaising with families, providing support and building relationships on a daily basis.
To be considered for this position, you will need to meet the following essential requirements:
- Certificate III or Diploma in child related studies or family or community services.
- Proven ability to apply information about how children learn and develop in practical ways.
- Experience in providing support to children and families including an awareness of early childhood development and local resources available to Aboriginal families as part of a multi-disciplinary team
- Knowledge of the Alice Springs Aboriginal community and extended families, and sensitivity to Aboriginal culture and history and knowledge of factors influencing the health and lives of Aboriginal children and families in Central Australia
- Current NT Drivers Licence or ability to obtain one.
Central Australian Aboriginal Congress not only offers rewarding career options, but a wide range of employee benefits including;
- Work that is community-led, impact-focused and a part of a bigger picture.
- Competitive salaries.
- Opportunities to grow, including 15 days of professional development per year, with pathways including master's programs and study placements.
- Six weeks annual leave & 15 days paid personal leave per year.
- Generous salary packaging for full-time, part-time and casual employees.
- Access to the Congress health services for you and your immediate family at no cost.
- District allowance.
*Total effective package includes base salary, district allowance, superannuation, leave loading, and estimated tax saving from salary packaging options.
We strongly encourage applications from Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander people, and value their diverse perspectives, experiences and contributions.
Being a culturally responsive organisation, Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander applicants that meet all essential criteria will be given priority consideration.
Advertised until a suitable applicant is found. Only shortlisted applicants will be contacted.
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