Junior Science Academy Educator

PRIMARY DETAIL

- Fun, hands on STEAM teaching with all lesson plans and resources provided
- Work on a vibrant University campus close to public transport
- Hourly rate $35.33 - $41.21p/h + 11% super

THE ROLE

Campus Life is currently seeking Casual Educators to join the Macquarie University Junior Science Academy (JSA) team.  

Reporting to the JSA Coordinators, you will draw on your experience working with children to deliver STEAM-based lesson plans to school children in our hands-on, interactive programs. You will be involved in delivering our holiday primary school programs (run during the school holidays for primary students, on site at Macquarie University), and based on availability and experience, you may also be involved in our high school and primary School programs (delivered on-site and in schools around Sydney to deliver programs as incursions).

Educators are responsible for effectively supervising children and managing student behaviour to maintain a clean and safe environment. Essential to the role is the ability to develop and maintain positive relationships with children, families and other stakeholders. Educators will also provide administrative assistance to the JSA Coordinator as required. At Campus Life, you will benefit from being part of a dynamic and committed team. You will also positively impact the lives of students, staff and the wider community and effect change across a broad range of programs, initiatives and ways of working.  

 

ABOUT YOU 

You have a customer-centric mindset combined with the ability to work independently. You are a critical thinker and creative problem solver who can adapt to changing environments and variable student and family needs.

You demonstrate initiative and are driven to achieve excellence in the workplace. You also share our organisational values of Courage, Agility, Rigour, Empowerment and Support (CARES) and commit to these being visible in your actions and words.  

KEY RESPONSIBILITIES

• Deliver specified children’s programs as per the prescribed lesson plan, adjusting for the differing interests and abilities of children where appropriate. 
• Effectively supervise children and maintain a clean and safe environment for children, families and team members.
• Interact with and manage children’s behaviour appropriately for their age and developmental level, with support from other teaching staff or the supervisor as required 
• Set up and pack away the physical environment, creating inviting spaces that are developmentally appropriate, engage children, and foster learning 

 

REQUIRED SKILLS & EXPERIENCE 

• Valid Working with Children Check (Paid) Clearance
• Current Anaphylaxis Management Training Certificate
• Experience working with school-aged children 
• Demonstrated ability in the supervision of children and maintaining a clean and safe environment for children 
• Awareness of child development and appropriate strategies for interacting with children 
• Experience working effectively in a team 
• Well-developed interpersonal skills 
• Ability to build and maintain respectful and ethical relationships with colleagues, children, school staff and families 
• Understanding of Child Protection responsibilities and practices for keeping children safe 
• Willingness to deliver programs at other locations and external sites 
• Relevant degree, or enrolment in relevant degree 
• Applicants must be legally entitled to work in Australia

In addition, the following criteria are highly desirable:  

• Current First Aid Certificate with CPR   

• Understanding of the NSW Education Syllabus  

• Provisional, Conditional or Proficient Teacher Accreditation, NESA  

• Experience as a Teacher in NSW school  

• Valid Australian driver’s licence and access to car (only applicable for school programs)  

 

ABOUT US 

U@MQ Ltd is a controlled entity of Macquarie University known as Campus Life.    

We are a vibrant, driven, and collaborative organisation that plays a pivotal role in both the student and staff experience with a remit to “bring life to our campus” and contribute positively to our local communities.  We have a vision to be custodians of creating a sense of belonging at Macquarie University. 

 

We believe in a diverse, robust, and supportive work environment.  We know our capacity to drive progressive change and offer excellent programs and services is increased when our team has a diversity of backgrounds and experience. We are committed to our people; we embrace diversity and welcome our people just as they are. At Campus Life you will benefit from being part of a dynamic and committed team.   

Campus Life Benefits  

• Access to our staff wellbeing program and staff support services    

• Working on a vibrant parkland campus, with a huge variety of food & beverage outlets, and general practice & hospital amenities   

• Access to discounted corporate health insurance and employee flu shot program   

• Full access to the University’s Library   

 

HOW TO APPLY 

If being part of an inclusive, vibrant, team orientated organisation is something you are passionate about we encourage you to apply.   

 

To apply, please submit your CV and a short cover letter as part of the online application process. Please detail in your cover letter how you meet the Key Responsibilities and Skills & Experience listed above.  

Please note that this position requires a valid paid Working with Children Check Clearance and current Anaphylaxis Management Training Certificate. Applicants must be legally entitled to work in Australia.  

 

If you need any support or reasonable adjustments through this recruitment process, please let us know so we can provide the support you need.  

If you're already part of the Macquarie Group (MQ University, U@MQ, MQ Health, MGSM), you'll need to apply through your employee Workday account. To apply for this job: Login to Workday and go to the Careers App > Find Jobs.

Applications Close:

02/06/2024 11:59 PM

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Flexible Work
 

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