Early Childhood Teacher

St Paul's School; Brisbane; On-site; AUD 65,000 - 85,000; Full time

Job summary

St Paul’s School invites applications for an Early Childhood Teacher to join our Early Learning Centre. This full‑time role focuses on delivering holistic early learning experiences for a diverse group of young students, with planning, differentiation, and ongoing assessment built into daily practice.

You will work to maintain professional standards, support a nurturing environment and uphold the school’s values and Christian ethos, while engaging with families and the wider school community.

Qualifications

• Hold a Bachelor's degree in Early Childhood Education or equivalent.
• Current registration as an Early Childhood Teacher with ACECQA.
• Demonstrate a strong understanding of the EYLF and QKLG curriculums.
• Knowledge of the National Quality Standards.
• Support processes for achieving an Exceeding rating in assessment and rating.
• Demonstrate understanding of age group development needs.
• Demonstrate understanding of professional boundaries and standards when working with children and young people.
• Exhibit excellent communication and interpersonal skills, with the ability to build positive relationships with children, families, and colleagues.

Responsibilities

• Create a nurturing learning environment that is learner-centred, safe and supportive, aligned with curriculum and policies;
• Plan, implement and review learning programs effectively;
• Maintain professional standards as defined by Australian teaching standards;
• Manage students in the classroom and wider school community;
• Uphold the Christian ethos and values of the School.

Skills

Communication skills

Interpersonal skills

Relationship building

Education

Bachelor's degree in Early Childhood Education

ACECQA registration

EYLF & QKLG knowledge

Job description

Introduction

About our school: St Paul's School is a Pre-Prep to Year 12 Anglican co-educational school where we nurture growth, foster belonging and inspire personal excellence for all students. At St Paul’s School we pride ourselves on being a community where everyone feels connected, valued, and supported. We foster a strong sense of belonging, creating an environment that nurtures relationships among students, staff, and families.

Description

About this opportunity: We are seeking a passionate Early Childhood Teacher to join our Early Learning Centre programs.

As a full-time teacher, you will play a crucial role in shaping the early learning experience of our young students.

You will use teaching strategies that cater to the needs of a diverse student group and differentiate the curriculum to adapt to students' needs.

As the Early Childhood Teacher, you will be responsible for the delivery of a holistic education, including:

• Creation of a nurturing learning environment which is learner-centred, safe, supportive, co-operative and aligned with curriculum, policies and practices;
• Effective planning, implementation and reviewing of learning programs;
• Maintaining professional standards as defined by the Australian Professional Standards for Teachers;
• Effective management of students in the classroom and wider school community;
• Ensuring that the values and Christian ethos of the School are upheld.

Above all, you will have a willingness to engage, connect and care for our students.

For more information about this role, please click on the link to view the Teacher Position Description.

Skills and Experiences

About You

• Hold a Bachelor's degree in Early Childhood Education or equivalent qualification;
• Have a current registration as an Early Childhood Teacher with the Australian Children's Education & Care Quality Authority (ACECQA);
• Demonstrate a Strong understanding of the Early Years Learning Framework (EYLF) and Queensland Kindergarten Learning Guideline (QKLG) curriculum;
• Have knowledge of the National Quality Standards;
• Support the processes of achieving an Exceeding rating in assessment and rating;
• Demonstrate a strong understanding of the age group development needs;
• Demonstrate an understanding of appropriate professional boundaries and standards when working with children and young people;
• Exhibit excellent communication and interpersonal skills, with the ability to build positive relationships with children, families, and colleagues.

IMPORTANT INFORMATION

St Paul’s School and Early Learning Centre are committed to promoting the safety, wellbeing and best interests of children, and to preventing, detecting and responding to child harm. As such, it is a condition of employment that all team members must:

• Agree to undergo a Criminal History/Police Check conducted by the School;
• Possess and maintain a current Blue Card (Working with Children Check by Blue Card Services). The successful candidate must have a current Blue Card before commencing work at the school;
• Be an Australian resident and eligible to work in Australia.

For more information, please contact People and Culture team on ph: [phone] or email [e-mail]