Ipswich Junior Grammar provides a high quality, non-denominational education for boys and girls from Kindergarten to Year 6.Ipswich Junior Grammar School’s Early Education Centre (EEC) is our fun and friendly co-educational community of young learners with an intimate, family atmosphere where children are supported to develop physically, socially, and cognitively. It is a well-resourced, caring, and vibrant environment which promotes curiosity, persistence, self-confidence, and positivity. With an inquiry-based and child-led approach to teaching, the EEC promotes the natural development of children as well as the close relationships they share with their environment, at the centre of its philosophy.THE OPPORTUNITYThe EEC has a fantastic opportunity for an experienced, energetic, and dedicated Early Childhood Teacher to join the team on a full-time basis, commencing January 2025.As a teacher in the EEC, you will promote positive outcomes for children and families and ensure that the learning environment is guided by the Australian Curriculum (Foundation Year), Queensland Kindergarten Learning Guidelines (QKLG) as well as the ethos and values of the Centre and Ipswich Junior Grammar School.In this role you will work alongside an energetic team of professional early childhood teachers and educators, who are committed to excellence and the provision of an exceptional learning environment for our students. This includes the delivery of teaching and learning programs aligned to the National Quality Framework; nurturing a supportive classroom climate which enhances student growth and confidence; and fostering collaborative partnerships with families, carers, your colleagues, and the wider School community.To be successful in this environment we require an ACECQA recognised Early Childhood Teacher holding a completed Bachelor of Early Childhood, Bachelor of Education (Early Childhood), or Bachelor of Primary accompanied by an Early Childhood qualification (Diploma in Early Childhood, Graduate Certificate in Early Childhood etc).  Additionally, candidates must have current registration, or the ability to gain registration, with the Queensland College of Teachers.If you would like to make a difference to the lives of our young people, we would love to hear from you.WHAT YOU WILL BRINGTo be successful in this role, you will have a willingness to support the values and aims of the School, and haveBachelor qualifications in Education (Early Childhood) and current or the ability to gain registration with the Queensland College of Teachers.Current knowledge or demonstrated experience working within the National quality Framework (NQF) and the Queensland Kindergarten Learning Guidelines.The ability to promote an environment of dynamic, active, and supportive learning.Proven ability to develop confidence and self-esteem in students and to act as a role model in presentation, action, and communication.Strong interpersonal skills, with highly developed organisational, communication and administrative skills.Culture fit and attitude are also highly important to us, so a passion for the work you do and the ability to understand and work within our vision, mission and values is paramount to your success in this role.APPLY NOW If this sounds like you and you are interested in joining a highly respected school community, click the APPLY NOW button via SEEK and provide a copy of your CV, three referees one being your current manager, and a cover letter addressed to the Mrs Nicolee Eiby, Head of Junior School, outlining your experience as it relates to this role. Please address the selection criteria (over no more than two pages), contained within the Position Description, which can be found on the School’s website Careers | Ipswich Junior Grammar School (ijgs.qld.edu.au)Applications that do not address the selection criteria may not progress to the next stage of the recruitment process.The successful candidate will be able to take advantage of our great benefits program including access to Salary Sacrificing including additional superannuation opportunities, ongoing professional development, and a supportive and engaging work environment.We thank you for taking the time to send us your application for this role. We assess every application and will contact you directly if you are successful in moving to the next stage.Whilst applications must be sent to us by close of school (3.00pm) Friday 25 October 2024, applications may be considered and progressed accordingly prior to the closing date.POSITION DESCRIPTION AUD Ipswich 4305

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