Early Childhood Educators (Certificate III)

Be part of an inclusive early learning community where every child thrives!

Koorana has a fantastic opportunity for three (3) Certificate III qualified Early Childhood Educators to join Kooranas Early Childhood Educations Services Team at our new inclusive preschool in Bass Hill opening soon.

Two positions will be for 30hrs per week:

1 x position from 8.00am 2.30pm and;

1 x position from 9.30am 4.00pm

One position will be for 20hrs per week:

10.00am 2.00pm

The Opportunity

Kooranas Early Childhood Educators contribute to the operation of an inclusive preschool program. They work collaboratively with the wider preschool team to help deliver quality early childhood education programs which reflect the goals of the National Quality Curriculum will also:

• model a quality early childhood learning program;
• implement a play-based learning program;
• engage in reflective practice and assessment to enrich childrens learning;
• assist the teams to prepare resources to support childrens learning outcomes;
• maintain effective communication to support the successful delivery of service to children and families; and
• adhere to national regulations as outlined in Kooranas Preschool Policies and Procedures.

Why youll love working at Koorana

• Salary based on qualifications and experience annual performance reviews with options for career progression.
• Attractive salary package salary packaging benefit (up to $18550 per year) options to accessnovated leasing arrangements.
• Generous programming and planning time in addition to weekly staff meetings.
• High child (3-5 years) to educator ratios (1:8).
• Professional training and development opportunities encouraging employees to obtain relevant skills knowledge and abilities that enhance their performance in their current role and improve their potential to grow both personally and professionally within the organisation.
• A positive truly collaborative and supportive work environment.

What Youll Do

Have experience in working with children with additional learning needs within an early childhood setting.

A Certificate in Identify and Respond to Children and Young People at Risk.

An ability to engage children in age and developmentally appropriate activities and experiences.

To be passionate about play-based education practice.

A demonstrated ability to take initiative prioritise plan ahead anticipate risks and problem solve.

To have a sound understanding of inclusive practice.

A demonstrated ability to work in a culturally diverse community.

To be a team player.

An ability to effectively communicate with children families colleagues and Koorana management.

What Youll Bring

A sound understanding of:

• National Quality Framework for Early Education inclusive of the National Law and Regulations Early Years Learning Framework and National Quality Standard;
• Child Safe Organisation and Child Well Being Legislation; and
• First Aid Certificate (including CPR Asthma and Anaphylaxis).

Qualifications and Checks

• An ACECQAapproved Early Childhood Educator qualification (Certificate III).
• Current Working with Children Check.
• Current National Police Check.
• Current NDIS Workers Check (or eligibility to obtain).

Hours Location & Employment Type

• Two positions will be for 30hrs per week: 1 x position from 8.00am 2.30pm and 1 x position from 9.30am 4.00pm
• One position will be for 20hrs per week: 10.00am 2.00pm
• All three positions will work from Monday Friday.
• Operates in line with NSW Department of Education school terms; school holidays are set aside for staff planning reflection training and team building.

About Koorana

Since 1976 Koorana has provided highquality early childhood education intervention therapy and family support services across Sydneys Inner West Southwest St George and Sutherland Shire. Were a notforprofit valuesled organisation committed to inclusion respect and evidencebasedpractice.

Child Safety Inclusion & Equity

Koorana is committed to child safety and empowerment. Koorana has zero tolerance to child abuse and take seriously any concerns about child safety. We have a robust framework to ensure child safety. Koorana seeks to ensure that its employees are skilled people to work with children. All people who are engaged in child-related work and who are not exempt including volunteers arerequired to hold a NDIS Workers Check Working with Children Check and National Police Check and must provide evidence of these checks.

We are proud to be an Equal Employment Opportunity employer and support an inclusive approach in the workplace. We celebrate our diversity and welcome staff regardless of ethnicity faith sexual orientation gender identity and lifestyle choices. Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander people are encouraged to apply.

How to Apply

Click Apply to submit your resume and a brief cover letter addressing your fit for this role. Youll be asked to answer a few screening questions to help us learn more about your experience. If you have questions about the role contact Jane Munro at

Please note: We are not engaging recruitment agencies for this appointment.