3-year-old Kindergarten Teacher

Christian College Geelong; Torquay; On-site; AUD 35,000 - 48,000; Part time

Benefits offered by this job

Employee tuition discounts

Gym and swimming facilities

EAP for wellbeing

Job summary

Christian College Geelong invites applications for a 3-year-old Kindergarten Teacher to join the Early Learning team at Butterfield House for the 2027 school year. This part-time, fixed-term role (0.5 FTE) runs 19 hours per week, from 21 January 2027 to 10 December 2027, at Butterfield House.

You will plan, implement and evaluate a high-quality Early Childhood Education program, build strong partnerships with families, and contribute to a safe, inclusive, faith-based learning environment aligned

Qualifications

• ACECQA-approved Early Childhood Education qualification and current VIT registration.
• Current First Aid, CPR, Anaphylaxis and Asthma training.
• Understanding of Early Years Learning and Development Framework and National Quality Framework.

Responsibilities

• Plan, implement, document and evaluate developmentally appropriate ECE programs.
• Provide inclusive learning experiences informed by observations of children's development and interests.
• Apply EYLF and NQF to teaching practice and program development.
• Create a safe, engaging environment supporting play-based learning.
• Build partnerships with families and the wider community.

Skills

ACECQA qualification

VIT registration

First Aid/CPR/Anaphylaxis/Asthma

Early childhood knowledge

Program planning

Relationships with families

Collaboration

Leadership in early learning

Quality improvement

Christian ethos

Education

ACECQA-approved ECE qualification

Job description

Founded in 1980, Christian College Geelong is a K-12 school where academic achievement is balanced with care and concern for each student’s character development and wellbeing, grounded in the Christian faith. We have five campuses across Geelong, the Bellarine Peninsula and Surf Coast region as well as a rural experience for Year 9 students at an expansive farm property in Scotsburn, near Ballarat, and a unique Art, Technology and Design campus for Senior School students in Waurn Ponds.

Honesty, integrity, compassion, respect and tolerance underpin the expectations of all interactions within the College program. The Board and staff of Christian College believe that every student reflects the goodness of God’s creation and has intrinsic worth, irrespective of class, colour or creed. Staff members daily seek to provide examples of Christian love in their dealings with students, parents and other staff members.

Why Join us?

Help shape the foundations for lifelong learning by creating engaging, nurturing and meaningful early learning experiences within a supportive Christian community. We are seeking an enthusiastic and qualified Kindergarten Teacher to join our Early Learning team at Butterfield House for the 2027 school year. This opportunity would suit an Early Childhood Teacher who is passionate about creating high-quality, developmentally appropriate learning experiences, building strong partnerships with children and families, and supporting each child to learn, grow and thrive. Working collaboratively with our Early Learning team, you will create a welcoming and inclusive environment where children are encouraged to explore, inquire, develop independence and build confidence through purposeful, play-based learning.

About the Role

Position: 3-year-old Kindergarten Teacher
Employment Type: Part Time, Fixed Term
Period of Employment: 21 January 2027 to 10 December 2027
FTE/Time Fraction: 0.5 FTE (19 hours per week)
Location: Butterfield House

As Kindergarten Teacher, you will be responsible for the planning, implementation and evaluation of a high-quality Early Childhood Education program, while working collaboratively as part of a supportive and professional team. You will use your knowledge of child development, contemporary Early Childhood Education practice and individual children’s strengths, needs and interests to develop an innovative and responsive learning program. A key focus of the role is developing strong partnerships with families and working collaboratively with colleagues, specialist services and the broader community to support each child’s learning, development and wellbeing.

Key responsibilities include:

• Planning, implementing, documenting and evaluating developmentally appropriate Early Childhood Education programs.
• Providing high-quality, inclusive learning experiences informed by observations of children’s development, responses, needs and interests.
• Applying the Early Years Learning and Development Framework and National Quality Framework to teaching practice and program development.
• Creating an engaging, safe and inclusive environment that supports purposeful, play-based learning.
• Building positive and respectful relationships with children and developing genuine partnerships with families.
• Assessing and responding to the developmental needs of children and working collaboratively with families, colleagues and relevant specialist services where required.
• Providing leadership within the Kindergarten program while working collaboratively as part of the Early Learning team.
• Maintaining accurate records and documentation and contributing to quality improvement processes, including the Quality Improvement Plan.
• Reflecting upon and continuously evaluating professional practice and the effectiveness of the Kindergarten program.
• Maintaining confidentiality and demonstrating professionalism in all interactions with children, families, colleagues and the broader community.
• Maintaining contemporary professional knowledge through ongoing learning and professional development.
• Actively supporting and upholding the Christian ethos, values and mission of Christian College Geelong.
• Demonstrating an ongoing commitment to child safety, wellbeing and inclusion.

Selection Criteria

• Qualifications and professional registration: An ACECQA-approved Early Childhood Education qualification and current VIT registration, together with current First Aid, CPR, Anaphylaxis and Asthma training.
• Early Childhood knowledge and practice: Demonstrated understanding of early childhood development, contemporary educational theory and best practice, including the Early Years Learning and Development Framework and National Quality Framework.
• Program planning and delivery: Demonstrated ability to plan, develop, document, implement and evaluate high-quality, inclusive and developmentally appropriate programs that respond to children’s individual strengths, interests, needs and development.
• Relationships with children and families: Demonstrated ability to establish positive, respectful relationships with children and develop genuine partnerships with families, including encouraging family participation and contribution to their child’s Kindergarten experience.
• Collaboration and communication: Excellent communication and interpersonal skills, with the demonstrated ability to work collaboratively and effectively with colleagues, families, specialist services and the wider community.
• Leadership, organisation and professional practice: Demonstrated ability to effectively plan and manage priorities, work with initiative and appropriate independence, contribute positively to a team environment and provide leadership within an Early Childhood setting.
• Quality and continuous improvement: Demonstrated understanding of quality frameworks and continuous improvement processes, together with a reflective approach to professional practice and a commitment to ongoing professional learning.
• Inclusive and professional practice: Demonstrated ability to work respectfully with people from diverse backgrounds, maintain appropriate confidentiality and create inclusive learning environments that recognise and respond to the individual needs of children.
• Christian ethos and child safety: Demonstrated ability and willingness to work within the vision, mission, values and Christian ethos of Christian College Geelong, together with a strong commitment to the safety, wellbeing and protection of children.
• Experience or professional learning in nature pedagogy would be highly regarded.

What you bring

• A genuine passion for Early Childhood Education and supporting children during their formative years.
• A warm, engaging and responsive approach to working with young children.
• Contemporary knowledge of how children learn through play, exploration, relationships and purposeful experiences.
• Creativity and initiative in developing innovative and responsive learning opportunities.
• The ability to recognise individual differences in children’s learning, development, interests and needs.
• Strong professional judgement, organisation and time-management skills.
• A collaborative approach and the ability to contribute positively to a professional Early Learning team.
• A commitment to building strong relationships and partnerships with families and the broader community.
• A reflective approach to professional practice and a commitment to continued learning and development.
• Confidence using relevant digital technology to support communication, planning, documentation and administration.
• Support for the Christian ethos, values and mission of Christian College Geelong.
• A strong commitment to the safety, wellbeing, inclusion and protection of all children.

What we offer

• A welcoming, supportive and faith-based workplace.
• A varied role where your technical and practical skills directly contribute to student learning.
• Opportunities for professional learning and development.
• The opportunity to work collaboratively with committed teaching and support teams.
• Access to our Employee Assistance Program (EAP) for wellbeing support.
• Access to gym facilities and swimming pools at selected campuses.
• Complimentary annual flu vaccinations.
• Employee tuition discounts, subject to eligibility criteria.
• Discounted holiday accommodation at Back Creek Farm, the College's scenic rural property, providing staff and their families with an opportunity to rest, recharge and enjoy the countryside.

Child Safe Commitment

Christian College Geelong is committed to the safety, wellbeing, and protection of all children and young people in our care. All applicants are expected to demonstrate an understanding of, and commitment to, child safety standards. The successful applicant will be required to hold a current Employee Working with Children Check and comply with the College’s Child Safety policies and Code of Conduct.

For more information and a copy of the Position Description please visit www.christiancollege.vic.edu.au/employment/ or email ***********@ccg.vic.edu.au