Early Childhood Teacher (ECT)

Natural Elements Early Learning Centre; Gold Coast City; On-site; AUD 70,000 - 100,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Professional development opportunities

Supportive team environment

Job summary

Natural Elements Early Learning Centre in Pottsville is seeking an Early Childhood Teacher to lead an EYLF-informed program, foster child-led learning and build strong relationships with families and staff.

You will guide planning, reflect on practice, and support colleagues while ensuring alignment with the National Quality Framework and Regulations. We value play-based learning, teamwork and continuous improvement.

Qualifications

• Holds a recognised Early Childhood Teaching qualification.
• Meets the requirements for an Early Childhood Teacher under the National Regulations.
• Holds or is eligible for the relevant NESA accreditation.
• Has a sound understanding of the EYLF and National Quality Standards.
• Is passionate about play-based learning and child-led experiences.
• Demonstrates strong communication, leadership and organisational skills.
• Values teamwork, professional reflection and continuous improvement.
• Is warm, approachable and genuinely passionate about working with children.

Responsibilities

• Lead and implement a high-quality educational program informed by the EYLF.
• Support children’s individual learning, development and interests.
• Create engaging, inclusive and stimulating learning environments.
• Build positive and respectful relationships with children, families and colleagues.
• Lead critical reflection, observations, documentation and ongoing planning.
• Support educators to strengthen their teaching practices and understanding of the curriculum.
• Contribute to a positive team culture built on collaboration, consistency and professional growth.
• Ensure practices align with the National Quality Framework and National Regulations.

Skills

Communication

Leadership

Organisational skills

Team collaboration

Education

Early Childhood Teaching qualification

NESA accreditation eligibility

Job description

Natural Elements Early Learning Centre – Coolangatta QLD

Are you looking for a New Start to your 2027?

Natural Elements Early Learning Pottsville, NSW located 15 mins from Coolangatta

About the role

As our Early Childhood Teacher, you will play an important role in supporting children's learning, development and wellbeing through intentional teaching, meaningful experiences and reflective practice.

You will:

Lead and implement a high-quality educational program informed by the Early Years Learning Framework (EYLF).

Support children's individual learning, development and interests.

Create engaging, inclusive and stimulating learning environments.

Build positive and respectful relationships with children, families and colleagues.

Lead critical reflection, observations, documentation and ongoing planning.

Support educators to strengthen their teaching practices and understanding of the curriculum.

Contribute to a positive team culture built on collaboration, consistency and professional growth.

Ensure practices align with the National Quality Framework and National Regulations.

About you

We are looking for someone who:

Holds a recognised Early Childhood Teaching qualification.

Meets the requirements for an Early Childhood Teacher under the National Regulations.

Holds or is eligible for the relevant NESA accreditation.

Has a sound understanding of the EYLF and National Quality Standards.

Is passionate about play-based learning and child-led experiences.

Demonstrates strong communication, leadership and organisational skills.

Values teamwork, professional reflection and continuous improvement.

Is warm, approachable and genuinely passionate about working with children.

What we offer

At Natural Elements, we value our educators and believe that a positive workplace starts with a connected and supported team. We are a privately owned, standalone early learning service. We pride ourselves on creating a supportive, welcoming and positive workplace where every educator is valued, respected and appreciated. We believe in genuine relationships, open communication and working together as a team.

We offer:

A welcoming and supportive team environment.

Opportunities for professional development and growth.

A beautiful early learning environment.

Opportunities to contribute ideas and have a genuine influence on our educational program.

A workplace that values relationships, collaboration and reflective practice.

The opportunity to make a meaningful difference in children's everyday experiences.

Dedicated Programming Time: Allocated off-the-floor time to plan, reflect and develop meaningful educational programs.

Educational Leader Support: Work alongside a dedicated Educational Leader who provides mentoring, guidance and support with curriculum development.

Leadership Meetings: Regular opportunities to collaborate with fellow room leaders, share ideas, reflect on practices and discuss professional growth and continuous improvement.

Streamlined Digital Programming: Utilise our OWNA platform for planning, observations, documentation and family communication.

Professional Development Opportunities: Ongoing training, workshops and learning opportunities to build your confidence, knowledge and career.

Recognition & Appreciation: We celebrate staff birthdays, achievements, professional milestones and the contributions each team member makes.

Collaborative Team Environment: Be part of a supportive leadership team where your ideas, creativity and professional opinions are genuinely valued.

Career Growth: Opportunities to develop your leadership skills, contribute to service-wide decisions and play an active role in shaping our educational practices.

Supportive Management: An approachable leadership team that values open communication, educator wellbeing and a positive workplace culture.

Position: Early Childhood Teacher
Location: Natural Elements Early Learning, Pottsville NSW
Award: Educational Services (Teachers) Award 2020
Employment Type: Full-time / Part-time
Classification: Based on qualifications, accreditation and recognised teaching experience.
Salary: In accordance with the applicable Award classification and any applicable above-award arrangements.

We look forward to welcoming you to our team!