2021-2022 Early Childhood Educator null

The person selected for this position must have a warm and friendly personality, be sensitive to the feelings and needs of others, be able to relate well to children and be willing to fulfill responsibility in
accordance with our philosophy.

An Early Childhood Educator means a carer appointed by the employer to contribute to the development of and assist in the implementation of the child care program. Qualifications required for this position are Certificate III or studying towards certificate III or higher in Children's Services or equivalent.

An employee at this level is responsible for their own work and may be required by the employer to perform some or all of the following duties:

• Positively interact with children, give each child individual attention and comfort as required
• Assist with ensuring a safe, healthy and clean environment for children
• Supervise the activities of a group of children
• Work with other staff members to ensure the smooth running of the service in accordance with the service policies and procedures
• Understand and work according to the service policies and procedures
• Plan, implement and evaluate the centre program
• Observe and evaluate children's development
• Record children's development and plan for the ongoing development of the individual child
• Communicate with parents as instructed and always in a positive manner
• Attend to incidental cleaning and housekeeping or associated with individual and group activities, experiences and routines
• An educator may be required by the employer to possess and maintain a current first aid certificate under the Education and Care Services National Regulations
• Help the children control behaviour using a positive, appropriate approach;
• always be consistent and as per centre policies
• Develop a cooperative and supportive attitude within the room/s
• To see that the centre's goals are implemented
• Maintain a room environment that is safe, clean, inviting, interesting and stimulating
• Attend all staff meetings
• Attend workshops and in-service training
• Report suspected cases of child abuse and/or neglect to the Director/Approved Provider and the Mandatory Reporters Hotline
• Maintain a professional attitude and observe confidentiality of students, parents, staff and the centre
• Be an appropriate role model to all children by displaying respect and courtesy
• Work in accordance to food safety regulations