About Us Children's Ground is working to create an environment where families realise their aspirations for the next generation of children to be free from trauma and suffering, to enjoy equity and safety, to be able to grow into adulthood happy and healthy, and to have agency over their social, cultural, political and economic life. To learn more about Children's Ground and the work we do, visit our website: https://www.childrensground.org.au About The Job This is an exciting opportunity for a dynamic, creative, experienced educationalist to take a leadership role in the Children's Ground's Learning and Wellbeing team. The position will be responsible for both teaching during session delivery and supporting educators who work across multiple locations in Central Australia by providing direction, support and supervision alongside the Head of Learning.
By privileging first culture with the best of western teachings, delivery is guided by the frameworks Arrernte-kenhe Angkentye (Arrernte Early Years framework) and Apmerenge-ntyele (Everything comes from the land). With a growing team of both First Nations and non First Nations educators, a community development approach ensures inclusivity, collaboration and solutions focused problem solving. Committing to community plans that outline community aspirations assists with learning planning and focus.
This position will work in the centre/hub in Alice Springs, outstations, communities and 'on country'.
About You We are seeking someone with a minimum of 5 years teaching experience and recognised qualifications in Early Years or Primary Education who has experience organising a learning environment that suits different ages and abilities (multi-aged class). You will have experience with First Nation communities and a deep understanding of the key challenges facing First Nation Peoples, and the strengths of First Nations Peoples. It requires an active person who is capable of working regularly in outdoor conditions and can cope sitting, standing and moving around in outdoor settings. It may also involve regular bending and lifting as part of working with children aged 0 – 8 years. Any experience in immersion schooling, bilingual education, Montessori or Steiner would be valuable to the role.
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