Temporary Part-Time Position – Parental Leave International Grammar School (IGS) is a vibrant, secular, coeducational school situated across five sites in Ultimo, Glebe and Kangaroo Valley. There are 1300 students from Preschool to Year 12 being educated in a unique bilingual environment. We have a rare opportunity for a highly motivated and experienced university qualified Early Childhood Teacher to join our Early Learning Centre (ELC), on a temporary, part time basis (0.6FTE) covering for a teacher on parental leave, for an anticipated period of 12 months from June 2024. Our ELC is supported by dedicated teachers and educators who love what they do. We nurture each child’s curiosity, self-discovery and creativity in an environment rich in languages, music and vibrant opportunities. Through our innovative program we promote the foundations of a lifelong love of learning, embrace diversity and celebrate personal achievement. Highlights: • High staff to child ratios and generous programming time • High quality resources and beautiful campus facilities • Support of the Early Learning Leadership team • Position based around school teaching terms Essential criteria: ● ACECQA recognised university qualification in Early Childhood Teaching ● Current, active Teacher Accreditation with NESA ● Current ACECQA approved first aid, CPR, anaphylaxis and asthma certifications ● Current ACECQA approved Child Protection training ● Thorough and demonstrated understanding of early education and care legislation and regulations including the EYLF and NQS ● Knowledge and experience of child centred pedagogy such as project based learning and the Reggio Emilia approach ● Demonstrated strengths-based approach in working with children and their families ● Self-motivation and initiative ● Proficient ICT skills Application Details: To apply for this position, please visit our website, www.igssyd.nsw.edu.au Here you will be able to review the Position Description and our Privacy Policy and learn more about International Grammar School. A capacity to embrace the School’s culture, values and Code of Conduct is essential to this position. To apply please: ● address your correspondence to the Principal, Ms Shauna Colnan. Please provide: ● a succinct Cover Letter, 1 - 2 pages, addressing the position requirements ● your current CV with details of your experience and qualifications ● the contact details for three Referees, including your current or most recent employer Pre-Employment Checks: You will need to provide: ● your NSW Working with Children Clearance number and your date of birth. ● copies of related qualifications and training, which may need to be certified and/or translated. ● NESA Accreditation number and details ● NESA Summary Statement ● as applicable, details of your visa or work permit for verification. The successful candidate must have and maintain current working rights in Australia. ● additional proof of identity may also be required ● evidence of Band 3 classification, as applicable ● COVID-19 vaccination status in accordance with the 2021 NSW Public Health Order for Education and Care workers Closing Date: Monday 8 April 2024 • Applications should be submitted as soon as possible, and interviews may commence prior to the closing date. • Applications received after the closing date may not be accepted. IGS reserves the right to appoint, appoint by invitation, or not to appoint.