Early Childhood Teacher

•  Fixed term teaching roles available
• The positions are located at our Footscray Nicholson/ Werribee/ Sunshine campuses
• Showcase your teaching skills and industry knowledge and experience  

About Us:

Victoria University (VU) TAFE builds on Victoria University's proud 100-year history of excellence in the delivery of vocational education, providing you with tailored, work-based, and flexible courses. Graduates are equipped with both the technical skills and thinking abilities needed to adapt and evolve in a modern work setting.

About the Role:

We are looking for passionate early childhood educators with current industry experience.

An example of duties you may perform will include:

• Teaching certificate III or Diploma of Early Childhood Education and Care 
• Planning, preparing and delivering of the lesson plan and assessment of student performance and learning activities in accordance with the departments assessment tools
• Fostering a working environment that is respectful to all students and staff
• Establishing and maintaining a positive learning environment
• Monitoring student progression and attendance throughout their learning journey 
• Contributing to the continuous improvement for the course by being involved with the design, development and validation of its training and assessment resources.
• Maintaining accurate course and student records according to organisational and regulatory requirements

There are two full time fixed term positions available, each working 38 hours per week. The first contract is until 30/04/2025 and the second contract is until 31/12/2026.  Courses are delivered across our campuses and teachers generally work across multiple campuses.

Salary and Conditions of Employment:

The full-time equivalent salary range is from $86,846 per annum (pro rata) to $110,121 per annum (pro rata), depending on experience and qualifications, plus 11.5% superannuation. 

Conditions of employment will be covered by the Victoria University's Vocational Teacher Enterprise Agreement 2019

About You:

We would like to hear from you if you are a passionate educator with strong industry experience to support our students in turning their passion for working with children into a rewarding career. 

To be successful in this role, you will have: 

• Completed a TAE40116 or TAE40122 Certificate IV in Training and Assessment or TAE40110 with upgrade units TAELLN411 and TAEASS502
• Hold a relevant vocational/industry qualification at the level of the courses or above and have teaching experience either in a TAFE or an RTO
• A current Employee Working with Children Check
• A minimum of 5 years in industry to be able to bring your knowledge and experience to the classroom and the ability to display industry currency
• Relevant skills in Microsoft office, databases and record keeping
• Current police check valid within 6 months or willingness to obtain one
• Experience in an adult education setting desirable. Your excellent communication skills will be a key asset, along with your willingness to continually learn and develop as a professional trainer and assessor

How to Apply:

To view a copy of the position description please click here and to submit your application click on the Apply Now button.

Applications must include:

• A cover letter
• Your curriculum vitae/resume 
• Your responses to the key selection criteria as listed in the position description 
• Evidence of all applicable qualifications, licences, and documents

Applications close: Friday 30^th August 2024 at 11:59PM (AEST)

Who Do I Contact?

Please contact Michelle Reilly, Manager Early Childhood & Community Services, by email at Michelle.Reilly@vu.edu.au 

Our Commitment to Protecting Country: 

Victoria University honours its deep diversity as a foundation for collaboration and social progress. We will demonstrate sensitivity in respecting First Nation perspectives. We will ensure that we respect our Indigenous voices and commit to sustainable Protecting Country. We will take leadership responsibility, in all that we do, to improve the health and wellbeing of our local and global communities, and the planet that we share. 

Victoria University is committed to inclusion, equity and diversity. VU encourages applications from women, gender diverse, Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander people and individuals from under-represented backgrounds in this field.