Add expected salary to your profile for insightsWe are currently recruiting for an Educational Leader to join our team at YMCA Everleigh Outside School Hours Care (OSHC) on a casual basis.About the roleAs the Educational Leader you will lead the development and implementation of the education program by promoting children's well-being, development and learning by helping the children develop values, attitudes and ways of living and learning. This will be achieved by providing a high quality of care, activities and educational elements to those in the program, managing and promoting a team environment and working within the YMCA of Brisbane Long Day Care services' philosophy, policies and procedures.What will my time look like?Lead the development and implementation of the educational program and assessment with the support of Assistant Coordinator/CoordinatorEnsure children's learning and development informs the design of the educational program, and Educators facilitate and extend each child's learning and development;Liaise effectively with parents, staff and all internal and external stakeholders;Make recommendations for improvements to educators' educational programs and practices;Mentor and support educators' understanding of the educational program and practice including how to reflect on the effectiveness of their programs, interactions, intentional teaching and other strategies;Ensure compliance with policy;Undertake administrative requirements;Work collaboratively with families and the school community.Am I a good match?Hold a Diploma in Children's Services or equivalent and demonstrated experience in Early Childhood Education;Have had sound experience in an Early Childhood Education and Care setting;Possess a comprehensive working knowledge of the approved learning framework;Demonstrated ability to coach and mentor others;Demonstrated excellent communication and interpersonal skills;Have a comprehensive working knowledge of child development, attachment, learning;A demonstrated understanding of evidence-based best practice approaches to teaching and learning;Working knowledge of leadership theory and the use of a range of leadership styles;Well-developed critical thinking skills, including the ability to analyse and challenge conventional practice and ideas;Current First Aid and CPR Certification;Currently possess, or be willing to obtain, Blue Card.What's in it for you?Achieving our community support and inspiring young people motivates and thrives us to work hard and be the best at what we do. You will bring compassion and drive with your experience and connection to what we do each day. We have an amazing culture where everyone wants to work at the Y, it is not just a job and of course we look after you with a range of benefits.About the serviceThe YMCA Everleigh Outside School Hours Care (OSHC) is situated next to the family's car park and drop and go at Everleigh State School. We are occupying some beautiful and fresh rooms within the Hall.The service we provide at YMCA Everleigh OSHC includes:Before School Care (with breakfast included)After School CareVacation CareAt The Y Everleigh we will be supporting our children with Homework Club offered on the day homework is given to children by their Teachers. This will help those busy families get a head start for the week. Please note this is an option and we will be providing a quiet space for them if they wish to complete homework under encouraging supervision.Starting in July 2022 The Y introduced some working groups to encourage children to contribute to keeping our world beautiful and resourceful through sustainability and recycling. We would like our children to learn new skills such as musical and drama talents.Here's what on offerCareer Coaching and Career pathway programsExcellent support network with marketing, accounts, operations, safeguarding and other departmentsDiscounts for all Y OSHC Services and Day Care FacilitiesDiscounted banking and loan rates with CommBankFree gym membership which includes our very cool fitness classesDiscounted rates for private health insurance with MedibankOpportunity to participate in and give back to Y programsEnjoy a discounted overnight stay at George William HotelCounselling Employee Assistance ProgramWhat are you waiting for?Simply submit a copy of your resume and cover letter detailing your experience against the selection criteria above by using the 'Apply Now' button.For further information on YMCA OSHC, please visit The YMCA website: http://www.ymcaqueensland.org.auOur commitment to you and the communityAt the Y, we are committed to empowering all Children and Young People to feel safe and be safe, at the Y, in their families and in their communities. As such, we ensure that all of our candidates are appropriately screened (including police checks) to make sure that the right people are in the right roles.The Y Queensland stand together with all people regardless of age, gender, ethnicity or belief.
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