Early Years Teacher

Job Title: Early Years Teacher (2 Positions)

Job Type: Permanent: 20 per week - Monday-Friday (9am-1pm)

Location: ChildVision - Dublin Campus, Drumcondra, Dublin 9

Salary: From €28,524 - €47,730 per year

About the Role:

We are seeking a passionate and experienced Early Years Teacher to join our dynamic team in Dublin. Ideally, the successful candidate will hold a degree in Early Years Education together with experience in working with children with visual impairment and multiple disabilities. This is a sessional role, encompassing a diverse range of responsibilities, including:

• Direct Teaching: Delivering engaging and inclusive lessons to young children with visual impairments in a variety of settings (e.g., classrooms, small groups).
• Individualised Support: Developing and implementing individualized education plans (IEPs) to meet the unique needs of each child.
• Collaboration: Working closely with parents/guardians, therapists, and other professionals to ensure optimal child development.
• Assessment and Reporting: Conducting assessments, maintaining accurate records, and preparing comprehensive reports on student progress.
• Professional Development: Continuously enhancing your knowledge and skills in early childhood education and inclusive practices.

Requirements:

Qualifications:

• Minimum qualification: Montessori or QQI Level 6 in Childcare.
• Degree in Early Years Education strongly preferred.

Experience:

• Previous experience working with children with visual impairments and/or special needs is highly desirable.

Skills:

• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills.
• Strong organizational and time-management abilities.
• Proficiency in both written and spoken English.
• High level of computer literacy and familiarity with relevant software.

Other:

• Eligible to work in Ireland.
• Full reference checks and Garda vetting is applicable in respect of this position.
• Applicants must be available for in person interview and should also be eligible to work in Ireland.

Benefits:

• Competitive salary and benefits package.
• Opportunity to contribute to the lives of children with visual impairments.
• Supportive and collaborative work environment.
• Professional development opportunities.
• Employee Assistance Program.
• Bike-to-Work scheme.
• On-site parking.
• Company pension
• Employee assistance program
• Wellness program
• Onsite café – staff discount

ChildVision is an equal opportunities employer

Terms & Conditions:

Reporting to:

Manager of Early Years

Probation:

A probationary period of 6 months applies, wherein three probationary meetings will take place to review your performance and suitability for appointment. The probationary period may be extended or terminated for any reason at ChildVision’s discretion.

Annual leave:

Annual leave entitlement is 30 days

Pension Scheme:

ChildVision operates a contributory pension scheme, which all employees may join.

Garda Clearance/ Police Clearance:

These will be required for all prospective employees who will undertake relevant work or activities relating to children or vulnerable persons. This will include any state outside of Ireland where the candidate has resided for a period of 6 months or more.

Sick Pay:

All periods of sickness exceeding 3 days must be medically certified.

Weekly medical certificates are required thereafter. The Company reserves the right to have you examined by an occupation healthcare assessor.