Our Educators
At Caringbah Pre-Kindergarten we recognise that our educators play a significant role in shaping the lives of our children, as well as building the relationships with families and the wider community. We select our family of educators by reviewing their passion and dedication, core values and by analysing what they bring to our service, ensuring that all children are provided with the best possible start in their lifelong learning process.
Our educators are all appreciated for their individual skills, experiences, qualifications and the knowledge that they bring to our team. We value their input and guidance with ensuring we are providing the highest quality of care to our children. We understand that each educator plays an integral part in ensuring the ongoing success and achievements here at Caringbah Pre-Kindergarten.
Centre Director
The Centre Director/Nominated Supervisor is responsible for the day-to-day management and operation of the centre.
This role includes
- Educational programming.
- Supervision and safety of the children and educators,
- Health and hygiene practices including distribution of food, beverages and medication as well as sleep and rest.
- Works with educators on their professional development and performance management.
- Maintain policies and procedures, ratios, communication and general administration.
- Build strong, trusting and respectful relationships with families, caregivers and their children. These relationships will allow children and their families to feel a sense of belonging to our Caringbah Pre-Kindergarten community.
The Centre Director/Nominated Supervisor has a vast knowledge and understanding of the NQS, EYLF, Education and Care Service National Law and Regulations.
The centre philosophy is embedded in theories that see children as strong and capable. Children learn best through play based, hands on experiences that follow and reflect their lives, interests, strengths and abilities. Play is an integral part of children’s lives and learning, and it is important to collaborate and work in partnership with children and their families. Caringbah Pre-Kindergarten provides an environment that is natural, aesthetically pleasing and inclusive.
“It is the supreme art of the teacher to awaken joy in creative expression and knowledge.” -Albert Einstein
Educational Leader: The role of the educational leader is primarily to:
- Collaborate with educators and provide curriculum direction and guidance.
- Support educators to effectively implement the cycle of planning to enhance programs and practices.
- Lead the development and implementation of an effective educational program.
- Ensure children’s learning and development are guided by the learning outcomes of the Early Years Learning Framework.
Room Leader: The role of the room leader is primarily to:
- To lead their team in providing an environment where new ideas are welcome and encouraged and educators are valued.
- To co-operate and communicate effectively with parents about their child-care needs.
- To ensure high-quality in all areas and aspects of the service.
Qualified Assistants: The role of the qualified assistant is primarily to:
- To work as part of a team, with other educators in providing an environment where new ideas are welcome and encouraged and educators are valued.
- Carry out and follow the daily routine of the centre, while remaining flexible to accommodate children’s interest and needs.
- To have good relations and build trust with children and parents.
Trainee’s: The role of the trainee is primarily to:
- Follow a quality early learning program for individuals and groups to extend all children’s education whilst in attendance.
- To ensure the wellbeing and safety of all children within the centre, ensuring children are protected and their rights are upheld at all times
- To communicate effectively and ethically with members of the team and share knowledge to ensure contemporary research-based practices are occurring that meet legislative requirements.
- To ensure that all children are provided with a warm, welcoming and nurturing environment.
“Teaching is not about answering questions but about raising questions – opening doors for them in places that they could not imagine.” – Yawar Baig
Educator Requirements:
Caringbah Pre-Kindergarten’s team of educators are committed to providing your child with high quality care and education. Qualifications held by our educators comply with the Education and Care Services National Law and Education and Care Services National Regulations (2011).
All educators hold a:
- Current Working with Children Check
- First Aid Certificate, CPR and Emergency Asthma & Anaphylaxis Management Training
- Child Protection Training
Educator Qualifications:
Educator qualifications can include:
- Bachelor of Early Childhood Education
- Diploma and Advanced Diploma in Children’s Services
- Certificate III in Children’s Services
- Trainees (Studying Certificate III in Children’s Services)
All educators continually undertake professional development courses to enhance their knowledge and skills within early childhood education.
Educator to child ratios:
| Age | Ratio (Children : Educator) |
| 6 weeks – 23 months | 4:1 |
| 24 months – 35 months | 5:1 |
| 36 months – School Age | 10:1 |