Early Childhood Teacher

Evolve Early Education; Gracemere; On-site; AUD 65,000 - 90,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Professional development mentoring

Team discounts on childcare

Flexible work-life balance

Supportive team environment

Voice and input valued

Job summary

Little Zebra Gracemere is seeking a warm, dedicated Qualified Early Childhood Teacher to join our team. The successful candidate will deliver high-quality education and care, focusing on meaningful relationships, play-based learning and a strong sense of belonging for children and families.

You will lead curriculum planning in line with EYLF, QLKG and NQS, collaborate with colleagues and partners, and contribute to a centre where ideas and voice matter.

Qualifications

• Approved ACECQA qualification as required under regulations
• Current First Aid Certificate (ACEQCA approved)
• Current CPR Certificate (ACECQA approved)
• Current Anaphylaxis Training (ACECQA approved)
• Current Emergency Asthma Management Training (ACECQA approved)
• Current Working with Children Check or teacher registration (as required)
• Mandatory Child Safety Training (Geccko)
• Commitment to ongoing learning and training

Responsibilities

• Develop an ECE program aligned with EYLF, QLKG and NQS
• Implement a reflective, planned ECE program
• Provide indoor and outdoor experiences, physical activity, music and movement
• Evaluate the program against objectives and outcomes
• Engage families and staff in planning and documentation
• Build positive relationships with children, families and colleagues
• Ensure safety, rights and wellbeing of children is central to delivery

Skills

ECE planning

Family engagement

Play-based learning

Professionalism

Education

ACECQA-qualifed ECEC qualification

First Aid Certificate

CPR Certificate

Anaphylaxis training

Emergency Asthma Management Training

Working with Children Check

Geccko Child Safety Training

Job description

Early Childhood Teachers – Little Zebra Gracemere

Little Zebra Gracemere is seeking a warm, dedicated, and passionate Qualified Early Childhood Teacher to join our team as we strengthen, grow, and shape a centre our children, families, and educators can be proud of.

If you believe children thrive through meaningful relationships, play-based learning, and a genuine sense of belonging, we'd love to hear from you.

What We Offer

• A welcoming, supportive team focused on growing together

• Ongoing professional development, mentoring, and coaching

• Flexibility to support a healthy work-life balance

• Discounted childcare for team members

• The opportunity to contribute to a centre where your ideas and voice matter
  

About the role

The Early Childhood Teacher/Kindergarten Teacher will provide comprehensive and effective educational and care services in accordance with the cultural, educational and developmental needs of children. This role will include addressing the needs, concerns and sustainability of families and the wider community. You must take all reasonable steps to ensure the safety, rights and best interests of children are paramount to all decision making and practices.

Key responsibilities

• Develop an early childhood education (ECE) program in line with the Early Years Learning Framework (EYLF), Queensland Learning Kindergarten Guideline (QLKG) and the National Quality Standards (NQS)

• Implement and maintain an innovative ECE program based on planning, reflective practices and intentional teaching, in conjunction with local businesses, schools and other organisations to broaden children's connectedness to their community

• Include appropriate indoor and outdoor experiences, physical activity, music and movement

• Evaluate the ECE program according to the objectives and outcomes of program and teaching strategies

• Involve educators and other staff in planning, documenting and evaluation of programs to promote staff development

• Welcome each child and their family to the service each day and ensure communication is meaningful

• Establish relationships and develop positive interactions with children, families and educators

• Give each child individual attention and comfort as required

• Ensure program planning prioritises the paramount consideration and that the safety, rights and wellbeing of children are at the centre of program development and delivery

About you

• Approved ACECQA qualification as required under the Regulations and that meets the requirements of the Queensland Kindergarten Funding Essentials Guidelines

• Current First Aid Certificate (approved by ACECQA)

• Current CPR Certificate (approved by ACECQA)

• Current Anaphylaxis Training (approved by ACECQA)

• Current Emergency Asthma Management Training (approved by ACECQA)

• Current Working with Children Check or teacher registration (exemption) as required under legislation

• Mandatory Child Safety Training (Geccko)

• Commitment to maintaining current knowledge and attend additional training as necessary

• Be professional, kind, and respectful in all that you do and say

• Commitment to on‑going learning and development as a professional under the Code of Ethics

At Little Zebra Gracemere, children are at the centre of everything we do.

While our days are busy and full, children are always our top priority. We are deeply committed to providing high-quality education and care where children feel safe, supported, and genuinely valued. Our practices are grounded in strong relationships, consistency, and a shared belief that kindness and professionalism go hand in hand.

As our centre continues to grow, we're looking for an educator who shares our vision and is excited to help shape the future of our service.