About the Centre/Service Banyule City Council Children's Centres, Joyce Avenue Children's Centre & Morobe St Children's Centre will be delivering the Early Childhood Language Program (ECLP) in Mandarin until 30 June 2027. Description As part of this program, children across Victoria will be given the opportunity to learn in a language other than English for part of their state-funded kindergarten program. In partnership with existing educators, the Early Childhood Language Teacher will be responsible for the delivery of the language program. The Early Childhood Language Program will be delivered in accordance with the Victorian Early Years Learning and Development Framework and the ECLP Support and Implementation Guide. Children will be encouraged to learn through exploration, problem-solving and play in another language. Banyule City Council Early Childhood Services is currently seeking suitably qualified applicants for the position of Early Childhood Language Teacher. The successful applicant will work closely with existing educators to support aspects of the education program in Mandarin. The Early Childhood Language Teacher will receive dedicated time for planning to support program delivery. The appointed candidate will be offered ongoing professional development specialising in early childhood language teaching methodology and will be required to sit a Language Proficiency Assessment organised by the Department of Education. Qualifications Skills, experience and certificates: Qualifications and experience in early childhood (an early childhood or primary teaching degree recognised under the National Quality Framework) CPR Certificate (HLTAID009) - valid within 12 months Anaphylaxis (VU23090) - valid within 12 months First Aid in an Education and Care Setting (HLTAID012) - valid within 3 years Native or near native proficiency in a language other than English - Mandarin A solid understanding of the Victorian Early Years Learning and Development Framework Excellent interpersonal skills and well-developed communication skills Ability to work collaboratively with the kindergarten teacher and other early childhood staff in the kindergarten program to co-plan and co-deliver the language program Well-developed organisational and time management skills Demonstrated commitment to ongoing professional learning to further develop skills, expertise and teaching capacity