About the Centre/Service At Keon Park Kindergarten we are committed to providing a high quality preschool program that facilitates learning through play. Our learning environment promotes development, growth and promotion of life-skills through a play based curriculum. Our close-knit, dedicated team of teachers and educators is the reason Keon Park Kindergarten has become a vital part of the Reservoir community. Building reciprocal relationships with families and children and creating a strong sense of community and belonging are the cornerstones of our learning environment. We are a small kindergarten that offers 1 x 4 yr old group program and 1x 3yr old group program. Description We are seeking a nurturing and friendly Kindergarten Teacher to join our educating team. Skills: Passion to teach preschool children. Motivated to design and implement a high-quality preschool program. Patient, calm, and friendly nature High quality communication skills Keen to work in partnership with a team of experienced and supportive teachers/educators Work Hours: 14.5 hrs per week Tuesday & Friday sessions 9.30am - 2.00pm 9 contact hrs per week Non-contact planning hours 5.5hrs per week - Flexible days and offsite welcomed. Paid school holidays Commencement - as soon as possible. We can work around the availability of the successful applicant. Thorough induction will be provided before commencing employment Increase of work hours in 2025 is a high likely. Industrial agreement/Award: 2020 VECTEA Application Procedure: Email cover letter, resume with referees [email protected] Qualifications Bachelor of Early Childhood Education or equivalent ACECQA approved qualification. Sound Knowledge of the Victorian Early Years Learning and development Framework Sound Knowledge of the National Quality Standards VIT Registration First Aid, Asthma and Anaphylaxis certificates Protecting children - Mandatory reporting certificate