Ipswich Family Day Care

Becoming a educator

Family Day Care Providers are people who enjoy interacting with children and
their families. They have knowledge about child development and early learning.
They are warm, caring, energetic and flexible and are able to develop a trusting
relationship with both children and their parents. They respect and value all
people including those with special needs or different cultural backgrounds

Educators can accept support from Family Day Care staff who visit regularly
to ensure that quality of care, health and safety standards are being met. Educators’ homes conform to health and safety standards, and legislation requires
that all adults residing in the care provider’s home are deemed “fit and
proper” persons to provide childcare.

What are the benefits of becoming a educator with Ipswich Family Day Care?
What knowledge and skills are required?
What safety standards are needed in my home?
I’m interested! What do I do next?

What are the benefits of becoming a educator
with Ipswich Family Day Care?
Earn an income from home as the self-employed operator of a small business (Fee
Schedule)
Have assistance in setting up your business, such as information on insurance
and taxation and advice on meeting safety standards.
Choose your own work hours
Be at home with your own children while you work
Access support and advice from early childhood specialists
In-service training opportunities and resources
Tutoring for early childhood qualifications, if keen to further a career in
formal childcare
Playgroups, Toy Library, Family Resource Library, Car Safety Seats

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What knowledge and skills are required?
Senior First Aid & Resuscitation Certificates
Experience with children
Knowledge of activities that meet children’s developmental needs
Sound hygiene, safety & nutrition practices
Appropriate child behaviour management strategies
Ability to communicate well with children and adults
Ability to respond appropriately in an emergency
Organisational and record keeping skills

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What safety standards are needed in my home?
The Scheme has safety standards designed to protect children from harm,
eg all swimming pools must have child-proof fencing; electrical safety switch
and smoke alarms are required; an adequately fenced and shaded area must be
available for children’s play; facilities must be available to lock away poisonous
substances and hazardous equipment.

Co-ordinators have found that most family homes can be easily adapted to meet
Scheme safety standards, and they are happy to offer advice on safety solutions.
Your commitment to providing and maintaining a safe and child-friendly environment
is the key to success!

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I’m interested! What do I do next?
Click here to view and print off the Application Form. This can be emailed,
faxed or posted to us. (Contact Details)
Phone IFDC on 3202 2066 and ask for an information pack to be mailed to you.
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