Kindle Educator

Join to apply for the Kindle Educator role at Methodist Ladies’ College, Melbourne . Primary Purpose This part‑time educator position offers a meaningful opportunity to work Monday to Friday from 11:00 am–2:30 pm, supporting the team by covering staff lunches in the infants room. In this role, you will spend quality, unhurried time with the youngest learners, supporting their routines, nurturing their growth, and contributing to small but impactful moments that shape their day. Position in Context MLC is a leading independent girls’ day and boarding school. Its breadth of learning and wellbeing experiences inspires and supports students to find and nurture their individual interests and talents and achieve their best. The commitment to excellence and innovation in education, combined with a broad curriculum, co‑curricular activities, wellbeing programs, and college resources, ensures students benefit from an enriched learning environment unmatched in Melbourne’s education landscape. MLC students are empowered to be confident and resilient global citizens equipped to thrive throughout every stage of their schooling and in an ever‑changing, globalised world. MLC’s Commitment to Child Safety You have an obligation to ensure the safety of children, reporting any concerns in line with the duty of care and our Child Safe Program, including the MLC Child Safety and Wellbeing Policy, the MLC Child Safe Codes of Conduct, and the Staff and Student Professional Boundaries Policy. You will also be required to provide VIT registration, police records, and reference checks. MLC maintains zero tolerance for abuse, taking disciplinary action, including termination, when abuse occurs or concerns are not reported. Responsibilities Assist the Team Leader in ensuring all children's developmental needs and interests are addressed through a high‑quality program aligned with the National Quality Framework and Standards and the Victorian Early Years Learning and Development Framework. Communicate openly with members of MLC Kindle and report any challenges to the Team Leader or, when necessary, to the Director. Establish open communication with parents and assist families in transitioning into MLC Kindle. Support parents in their parenting role under the guidance of the Team Leader. Advise colleagues on welfare needs and support them in the program. Address potential conflicts with the Team Leader. Engage in professional development and share information with colleagues to maintain exemplary practice in early childhood education. Meet regularly with staff across the school to participate in extra‑curricular experiences such as gymnastics, music, Japanese, and library. Assist in supervising, monitoring, and evaluating relievers and students’ work performance in conjunction with the Team Leaders. Liaise with the Junior School Network and Resource groups, ECA, FKA, Gowrie Victoria, Reggio Emilia Australia, and other organisations deemed relevant by the Director. Operate within a program budget with the Team Leader. Take on additional tasks as allocated by the Team Leaders and the Director. Attend department staff meetings after hours once per term. Person Specification – Essential Criteria Diploma in Children’s Services or higher Early Childhood qualification. Sound understanding of early childhood developmental principles and practice. Knowledge of the Reggio Emilia philosophy. Administrative skills, including time and workload management. Leadership skills and high level of self‑motivation. Excellent computer skills, including MS Office, Outlook, and internet. Professional experience in early childhood education. Seniority Level: Entry levelEmployment Type: Part‑timeJob Function: Education and TrainingIndustries: Primary and Secondary Education #J-18808-Ljbffr