Job Summary
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- Job posted on: 2nd May 2022
Eco Explorers Australia is a Melbourne-based company that runs outdoor programs for children and families all across Melbourne and on the Mornington Peninsula. We are looking to expand and runs groups in Regional Victoria.
We deliver quality, play based outdoor learning programs and this position is a unique opportunity to make meaningful differences to the well-being and mental health of children and families while connecting them to nature and a welcoming community. Our playgroups provide a safe place for parents to connect with one another as well as opportunities for children to play and interact with other children.
Eco Explorers Australia has a strong commitment to the sustainability and the environment and recognises Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander people as the traditional custodians of the land on which we meet.
Once you have been allocated an outdoor location (no more than 30 mins from home), you will allocated set days and hours to work, which means your hours/days stay the same each term. You will also work with the same groups and families, so you can build long lasting relationships with the families you work with.
During your playgroup sessions, you will be required to share songs, stories, craft activities and lead a bush walk with your families.
Do you love the outdoors and working with children? Are you passionate about sustainability and the environment and want to make a genuine difference?
As a Bush Kindy Facilitator, you have an understanding of the benefits of nature play in early childhood and are passionate about building strong relationships with people from diverse backgrounds and the children and families you work with.
You will also have a genuine interest in the environment, the flora and fauna and want to learn about it, alongside the children you work with.
If this sounds like you then we'd LOVE to hear from you!
Ricketts Point Beach Playgroup Facilitator to work approx. 3 mornings (17 hours) a week at Ricketts Point Marine Sanctuary in Beaumaris. This role would suit an early childhood editor or someone who has some knowledge and in marine biology or a good understanding of local marine life.
Bush Kindy Facilitator – South-Eastern Melbourne suburbs to work approx. 3 mornings a week (13 hours). Some possible locations include Braeside Park, Lysterfield lake, Wattle Park and even the Dandenong Ranges, depending on the applicants location. We are seeking an experienced early childhood educator, teacher or environmental educator who has some skills and knowledge in delivering nature based programs to children in some capacity and knowledge about the outdoor environment.
Bush Kindy Facilitator -North-Eastern Melbourne suburbs to work approx. 3 mornings a week (13 hours). Some possible locations include Westerfolds Park, Gresswell Forest, Macleod and Plenty Gorge, depending on the applicants location. We are seeking an experienced early childhood educator, teacher or environmental educator who has some skills and knowledge in delivering nature based programs to children in some capacity and knowledge about the outdoor environment.
Bush Playgroup Facilitator – Western suburbs (Brimbank and Mount Macedon)
We are seeking a Bush Playgroup facilitator to work a min of 3 mornings a week running groups at Brimbank Park in Keilor East and near Woodend and Mount Macedon. We are looking for passionate nature play facilitators. Full training provided.
Applicants from other areas are also encourage to apply!
Full training will be provided.
This job would be ideal for people who may be studying or want to work around the school drop off and pick up times.
Working with Eco Explorers is more than just a job. It's the feeling of knowing that your work is contributing to looking after the environment and well-being of your community.
We are looking for facilitators to start training this term.
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