Director and Educational Leader position – Kenmore District Kindergarten

Kenmore District Kindergarten has been caring and educating 3- to 5-year-old children for over 65 years. A unique opportunity has become available for a Director and Educational Leader to join our amazing team in a permanent part-time position. In this role you will lead our Kindergarten and work closely with a dedicated Management Committee.

At Kenmore District Kindergarten we believe in excellence in education for each child through play. While we maintain that special community Kindy feel, our much sought-after programs are at the forefront of early childhood learning and education practices.

About the role

The Director and Educational Leader is a permanent part-time position, approximately 15 hours per week. This is a non-contact role allowing for focus on leading and managing a small, close knit and experience team. Options to expand to teaching may be considered for those interested next year.

As Director (nominated supervisor/service manager) you will be responsible for promoting and ensuring:

• The delivery of high-quality early childhood education and Kindergarten programs based on the Early Years Learning Framework (EYLFv2) and Queensland Kindergarten Learning Guideline (QKLG)
• A strong trusting relationships between children, families and staff
• A strong and cohesive professional team
• Meaningful parent participation in all aspects of service provision
• Cost effective service provision and the best investment of available resources
• Help market the centre to attract future enrolments

In addition, as Educational Leader you will lead the development and implementation of the educational and care program. Key duties include promoting and ensuring:

• The understanding of high quality early childhood education and Kindergarten programs based on the Early Years Learning Framework (EYLF) and Queensland Kindergarten Learning Guideline (QKLG)
• The interest in reading widely and sharing information with other educators in a manner which reflects their level of understanding
• The knowledge of curriculum approaches and the ability to support discussion of how these may be implemented in particular settings or with particular children
• Access to current research about curriculum and a desire to guide others in reflecting on their practice
• The knowledge of children’s individual learning styles so that approaches can be differentiated to meet complex needs of children from a range of backgrounds and abilities
• Personal qualities and a willingness to listen as well as coach, mentor and reflect alongside their team
• A key aspect of the role of Educational Leader is to create an inspirational vision for children’s learning and curriculum collaboratively

About You

We are looking for a strong leader, who is passionate about early years education, community kindergarten and creating an inclusive experience for all children and their families.  If you are able to:

• Demonstrate experience as a Director and be well-versed in their understanding and application of the NQF, NQS, EYLF V2.0 and the QKLG in their planning for and documentation and assessment of children’s learning and development
• Demonstrate extensive experience in leading a team of teachers and educators and the ability and desire to work with alongside them to support the needs of the children and families in the Kindergarten’s care
• Be an incredible communicator with a natural ability and inclination to develop and foster genuine connections with children, parents and guardians, community networks, schools and allied health professionals
• Be passionate about play-based learning and demonstrate their ability to provide high-quality, authentic and stimulating learning programs and environments that enhance children’s learning and development
• Be committed to ongoing professional development and reflective practices
• Be self-driven with demonstrated initiative, innovation and flexibility
• Be an approachable and respectful leader who seeks feedback and invites contribution
• Have an understanding of and the ability to follow budgets

Key qualifications and experience:

• Bachelor’s Degree in Early Childhood or equivalent (must be recognised by ACECQA)
• Queensland College of Teacher Registration or be eligible for Teacher Registration in Queensland
• At least three years’ experience as a Director of a Kindergarten
• Experience as Educational Leader of a Kindergarten
• Recognised First Aid, CPR and Asthma and Anaphylaxis certification
• Blue Card or Exemption Card
• Child Protection Training or willingness to undertake training prior to commencement

Please submit your cover letter and CV to the President of the Management Committee to president@kdkindy.com.au