3 Year old group Diploma Educator

At our kindergarten, we are passionate about creating a nurturing, play-based learning environment where every child feels safe, supported, and inspired to grow. Grounded in the Victorian Early Years Learning and Development Framework, our program celebrates each child’s identity, voice, and potential through meaningful, responsive experiences. We embrace inclusive practices, cultural awareness, and strong partnerships with families to foster a deep sense of belonging and community. Guided by respected educational theories and a commitment to child safety, our educators thoughtfully design a learning program that encourages independence, curiosity, and inspiring discovery by supporting children to become confident, capable learners. We offer 3 and 4 year old pre-school programs to families in the northern Darebin area of Melbourne, VIC.
Keon Park Kindergarten is offering an opportunity for an enthusiastic and passionate **Diploma Qualified Educator** to join our team on a **temporary** basis, with the possibility for future permanent employment. We are seeking a dedicated and motivated educator who will contribute positively to our high-quality educational program. **Work Hours:** * Minimum of 11.5hrs per week Tuesday and Friday 9.15am – 3.00pm * Potential for additional weekly casual hours in 4-year-old group Monday, Wednesday and Thursday 9.30am – 2.30pm * To commence ASAP by negotiation * Thorough induction, including extensive child safe checking procedures, will be followed before commencing employment **Skills:** * A genuine passion to work with preschool children. * Patient, calm, and friendly nature * Reliable and motivated * High quality communication skills * Keen to work in partnership with a team of experienced and supportive teachers/educators. * A strong commitment and understanding of the child safe standards. * Strong commitment to maintain the health, safety and wellbeing of children * Motivated to contribute to the implementation of a high-quality preschool program within a collaborative team approach.
* Diploma of Early Childhood Education or Equivalent (as assessed by ACECQA) * Current Working with Children Check * Current Level 2 First Aid Certificate, including CPR, anaphylaxis and asthma training * The right to work in Australia * Police check * Current child protection, mandatory reporting and Child Safe training documents (or a willingness to obtain)