Stepping Stones Child Development Centre is an initiative of the East Fremantle Baptist Church. We offer an exclusive 3-5 year old program with a Christian ethos in our 40 place not-for-profit service. Stepping Stones is seeking to employ a compassionate, kind and experienced Early Childhood Teacher with a commitment to work collaboratively with children and their families in our early childhood education and careservice. We encourage and promote a respectful and inclusive work place where our values of Fun, Faith and Friendship are at the core of everything we do. Applicants must be eligible to obtain (or hold) TRBWA Registration and support the Christian ethos of our service.

What we offer you:

• A passionate, hands-on Centre Director who values the role of her team and embraces their unique qualities and skills;
• A small, devoted team of dedicated, experienced professionals who are actively engaged in our mission to provide a high quality service;
• An inclusive, welcoming and supportive community;
• A commitment to aim for excellence in everything we do;
• Ongoing opportunities for professional development, personal growth and learning;
• Employee Assistance Program;
• Discounted Child Care fees;
• Flexible shifts within service requirements;
• Potential to take on Educational Leader role for right applicant;

Your Skills:

• Be kind, compassionate, inclusive and honest in your everyday interactions with our community;
• Prepare, implement and evaluate developmentally appropriate learning programs and observations that embrace each child's individuality and promote their ongoing growth, development and wellbeing;
• Prepare Annual Transition Statements for children as they move on to formal schooling;
• Provide guidance and support to the educator team to support best practise and ongoing learning;
• Engage in consistent professional and respectful communication with families, children, educators and community members;
• Utilise various software programs with confidence (Microsoft Office, StoryPark, XPLOR, Deputy)
• Confidently articulate your understanding of current early childhood pedagogy and best practice, including EYLF V2.0, NQS, and associated learning and development theories and principles;
• Be committed to continuous professional and personal growth and development;

Tell us more about your experience in line with the following:

• Previous experience in an ECEC/Kindergarten setting;
• Knowledge, understanding and experience using the EYLF and NQS;
• Bachelor of Early Childhood or equivalent qualification as approved by ACECQA;
• Current Working with Children Clearance;
• Current First Aid qualifications (HTLAID0012) or willingness to obtain within probationary period;
• Ability to demonstrate a competent level of English, both written and spoken;
• Commitment to Christian values

New Graduates or final year students encouraged to apply.