Kindergarten Inclusion Support Assistant
Locations: Mildura
Tenure: Part Time - Fixed Term Contract
Salary: $54,708 - $58,931 (pro rata)
Applications Close: This position will remain open until filled
Position Description: Kindergarten Inclusion Support Assistant
The Kindergarten Inclusive Support (KIS) Program focuses on enhancing a kindergarten’s capacity to provide a program that is inclusive and responsive to the individual strengths, abilities, and interests of children with a disability, ongoing high support needs or complex medical needs.
The Kindergarten Inclusive Support Assistant is funded from a KIS package and will work as a member of the kindergarten team by delivering a program that is inclusive of all children in the group. This support allows the early childhood teacher to build the capacity of the team, in order to respond to the needs of all children in the program.
Qualifications and Experience:
• Qualified or working towards minimum qualifications in certificate 3 in children’s services, certificate 3 education support, certificate 4 in disability
• Knowledge of the philosophy and practices of inclusion
• Understanding and knowledge of the Victorian Early Years Learning and Development Framework.
• Experience working with preschool children and/or in a preschool setting would be an advantage
• The ability to work as part of a team
• A flexible approach to work
For you to be considered for the role, all applications must be submitted with a Cover Letter, Resume and the Key Selection Criteria addressed, which can be found in the position description.
For more information regarding the position please contact Maree Fullgrrabe - Human Resources Manager on 5023 5966.