W127274 - Early Childhood Educator

Early Childhood Educator
Emerge- Marrang Kindergarten Service and Early Learning Centre

If you are interested in applying for this exciting Work Experience (WE) opportunity, please contact CGLLEN for specific information regarding placement requirements- swl@cgllen.org.au or 5352 3266. Emerge Marrang Kindergarten and Early Learning Centre acknowledges the family as the first and foremost influence and educator in the child’s life. Inherent in the programs they deliver therefore, is the recognition that families as well as children are valued members of the Kindergarten, as it is through shared understanding, that high quality and appropriate early childhood programs are created and learning outcomes achieved for children. The values, missions and the Emerge vision holds true to their thoughts that children are competent, resourceful and capable participants in their world and therefore will be respected and contributing members of the Kindergarten environment. If you are motivated and enthusiastic about the profession of Early Years Education and Care, please talk to your careers teacher today about how to apply for the opportunity.

Skills You Might Learn

Students may have the opportunity to attain a broad range of skills while on placement. These will include valuable general employability skills such as:
- Effective communication.
- Teamwork.
- Problem solving.
- Initiative and enterprise.
- Planning and organising.
- Self-management.
- Learning.
- Technology.
- Liaising and working with colleagues, bosses, customers/clients, and suppliers.
Students may attain vital industry specific skills which will also relate to their studies such as:
- Hands-on practical experience.
- Observing and learning from industry qualified and experienced professionals.
- Working in real-life scenarios and environments.
- Working with tools and equipment necessary to the occupation and business.

Typical Tasks & Duties

Students are required to demonstrate a cheerful outlook towards the education and care of young children. Students will assist trained staff in performing duties, students receiving high level supervision.
Students will be responsible for the following tasks;
- Assisting Teachers and Educators with planned activities and experiences, setting education learning spaces in both the indoor and outdoor environment.
- Engaging with children and parent/guardians as instructed by the Teacher in charge.
- Completing all related cleaning and restocking tasks as assigned by the Teacher and Educators.

Student Requirements

Students are encouraged to consider a WE placement to develop skills learned from their school subject. The following requirements must be met;
- Students are required to have completed the Occupational Health and Safety (OH&S) modules- general module and any applicable industry OH&S modules.
- Students must maintain a diary or logbook and/or complete work experience assignment and other tasks that have been set by the school.
- Students must adhere to strict Privacy and Confidentiality policy and procedures.
- Students must have a willingness to learn and be able to follow instructions carefully and competently.
- Students must be willing to communicate clearly and work as a productive team member.
- Personal mobile phones are not required and should only be used out of work hours or on offsite meal breaks.

Dress Requirements

Students undertaking placement will be required to wear neat casual clothing as appropriate for an Early Years Education and Care Service- comfortable clothing and closed in toe and heel shoes. A broad brimmed hat and sunscreen are required August through to end of April.

Special Transport Requirements

The student or the parent/guardian (where the student is under 18 years of age) is responsible for the student’s transport to and from the workplace.
If it is proposed that the student may need to undertake vehicle travel with their employer and/or supervisor during the arrangement (including transporting the student to and/or from the workplace), the employer must complete the Work Experience Travel and Accommodation Form. The student or the parent/guardian (where the student is under 18 years of age) must give their consent by also completing this form.
If transport is presenting a problem, please contact CGLLEN to discuss available options and support that can be provided. Email: SWL@cgllen.org.au Phone: 03 5352 3266.

Positions: 2 Positions
ID Number: W127274
Industry Area: COMMUNITY & EARLY CHILDHOOD ED
Location: Stawell - Explore Region
Mode/Type: Work Experience (WE)
Attendance: To be negotiated with Teacher, Student and Employer- Forms required before commencement are Ministerial Order 1413 - Work Experience Arrangements; Work Experience Arrangement Form; and Work Experience Guidelines for Employers.
Added By: Central Grampians Local Learning & Employment Network

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