Teaching - Early Childhood (Education & Training) Great Potentials Foundationis a charitable trust that helps tamariki, rangatahi and parents to unleash their potential. Two generations benefit through the HIPPY Programme's contribution to both early childhood education and parenting support resulting in: Improving skills, confidence, and educational outcomes of children Increasing parents' participation in their children's education and wider communities Increasing participation in Early Childhood Education (ECE) We are looking for a fulltime (40hrs per week) HIPPY Programme Coordinator in Ashburton to deliver a Ministry of Education contract. As the HIPPY Coordinator reporting to the Regional Manager, you will assist to establish a quality programme in your community, and you will have primary responsibility for all aspects of local programme implementation. The role will be predominantly a work from home position with an expectation of the successful candidate working across the Ashburton area supporting whanau. Although the role is based from home there will be a need to have a daily physical presence within the Ashburton area as recruitment and programme delivery is predominantly face-to-face. Key Responsibilities: Deliver the HIPPY Programme in accordance with the Whanau In-Home Learning Agreement and the HIPPY Delivery Manual Engage and enrol families in the HIPPY Programme and facilitate transition to ECE or school Recruit, train and support tutors Skills and experience A tertiary qualification (eg. Teaching, Social Work or related field) Experience working with families with young children Experience with adult learners or coaching Strong connections and understanding of the community Sound leadership qualities Good verbal and written skills Familiarity with MS Office Suite A current full driver's licence and regular access to a vehicle A suitable space to work from home A satisfactory Children's Act check. What We Offer Supportive team environment Paid leave on your birthday (after first year's service) Screening interviews may be scheduled prior to applications closing. More information about Great Potentials Foundation and the HIPPY programme is available on our website: www.greatpotentials.org.nz Your application will include the following questions: Do you own or have regular access to a car? Which of the following statements best describes your right to work in New Zealand? Do you have a current New Zealand driver's licence? What's your expected annual base salary? How much notice are you required to give your current employer? Report this job advert Don't provide your bank or credit card details when applying for jobs. #J-18808-Ljbffr
