Early Childhood Educator
Alexandra District Kindergarten

Working in a kindergarten is a rewarding and dynamic experience that plays a crucial role in early childhood education. It involves supporting the development of children typically aged 3 to 6 years, helping to lay the foundation for their lifelong learning, emotional growth, and social development.

Skills You Might Learn

Communication Skills
Patience and Emotional Regulation
Classroom Management
Child Development Knowledge
Creativity and Flexibility
Problem-Solving and Decision-Making
Teamwork and Collaboration

Typical Tasks & Duties

Assisting in the planning and executing of lessons based on developmental goals. Observing and assessing children’s learning and behavior. Creating a safe and inclusive environment.
Engaging with parents and guardians through meetings, updates, and reports. Supporting social-emotional learning by helping children build empathy, cooperation, and self-regulation skills.

Student Requirements

Interest in working with children
Enthusiasm, responsibility, and willingness to learn

Dress Requirements

Wear neat, clean, and modest clothing.
Choose outfits that allow easy movement (you’ll be bending, sitting on the floor, playing, etc.).

Special Transport Requirements

Ability to get to work address

RELATED COURSES INCLUDE

• VIC20116 - VCAL Studies