Description:
Transform learning into an exciting journey while you guide and mentor a team of Educators to greatness!
At Green Leaves Early Learning, our unique National Learning, Research, and Development (NLRDP) program is our commitment to supporting our team members personally and professionally. As a Lead Educator, you will be provided with learning and development opportunities including:
Access to the NLRDP Perspective Partners in Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander knowledge, Cultural Pedagogy, Nutrition, Wellbeing, Inclusion, Sustainability, The Arts, and Documentation
Access to unlimited information and resources via our new NLRDP Communication and Resource platform on ‘PADLET’
Access to The Creative Collection Arts and Materials with Children training program (delivered by Kelly Goodsir and Kirsty Liljegren)
Access to the ‘Learning Leaves’ Documentation training delivered by our Pedagogy Partner
On-call and online access to our Inclusion Mentoring Team led by Robyn Papworth
The opportunity to apply for and participate in our exclusive New Zealand Study Tour
Access to our Green Leaves Learning Tree Scholarship fund, which allows you to attend professional learning and networking across Australia.
In addition, you will be supported day to day by the Centre Educational Leader. Using your strong focus on the ‘Image of the Child’, collaboration is key in providing a setting where you can ignite creativity and curiosity amongst the children, reflective of your well-resourced and planned environment.
In return, we offer a culture that recognises and rewards your contribution through our Green Leaves Work Perks:
- Mentor and Support a team of qualified Educators, where programming responsibilities are shared
- A supportive and progressive culture that appreciates doing things a little bit differently
- Generous wages + Educator Grant wage boost + weekly pays
- Childcare discount of 75% off the gap fee
- A strong support network so that you are guided to be at your best – including day-to-day support from the Centre’s Educational Leader
- The opportunity to grow your career with ongoing development and support from a range of internal programs
- Access to our exclusive supplier discount program
- Complimentary annual flu shot, our Annual Wellness Week and more!
- Start your day right with Brekkie on us!
- Access to our online Green Leaves library of learning courses
- Our Acknowledge platform, which encourages sharing eCards of support for our team members achievements
About You:
- A strong focus on Image of Child
- The proven ability to plan, implement and evaluate programs through a strong understanding of the Early Years Learning Framework (EYLF) & National Quality Standards (NQS)
- Prior leadership experience in mentoring educators to meet high standards of curriculum and documentation
- An ACECQA-approved Diploma in Early Childhood Education and Care, or higher
- A current SA Working with Children's Check (or willing to obtain)
- Current SA Child Protection Training (or willing to obtain)
- Current HLTAID012 First Aid Certificate and CPR (or willing to obtain)
- National Child Safety Training (or willing to obtain)
Make Your Move!
If you are an extraordinary Lead Educator who is excited by the endless opportunities to grow professionally at Green Leaves, make your move and apply now!
At Green Leaves Early Learning, we prioritise the safety, well-being, and inclusion of all children, including those with disabilities. We encourage applicants to share their experiences working with children with disabilities and those from culturally and linguistically diverse backgrounds. We are committed to Reconciliation and fostering an environment where all First Nations Australians feel a strong sense of connection and belonging. We welcome your experiences with Aboriginal children and communities.
Green Leaves Early Learning is committed to all aspects of child safety; including child protection, mandatory reporting and adopting the National Principles for Child Safe Organisations.
