Early Childhood Teacher / Room Leader - SDN Waterloo

SDN Children's Services; Waterloo; On-site; AUD 70,000 - 90,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Above award pay

Discounted childcare fees

Rostered day off per month

12 days personal / carer's leave

Professional development

Employee Assistance Program

Job summary

SDN Waterloo is seeking an Early Childhood Teacher and Room Leader to guide a nominated room with a high-quality, engaging learning program that respects each child’s strengths and needs. You will mentor staff, oversee routines, and ensure wellbeing and safety across the team.

You will bring university qualifications in Early Childhood Education, NESA registration, and 1–2 years of leadership experience in a centre with trauma-informed practice. Excellent communication with families is essential.

Qualifications

• University qualifications in Early Childhood Education and registration with NESA.
• 1–2 years’ experience as a Room Leader leading and guiding educators.
• Experience supporting children with additional and complex needs using trauma-informed practices.
• Strong knowledge of EYLF, NQS, child development and inclusive practices.
• Working with Children Check and current Senior First Aid.
• Child protection training and commitment to child safety.
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills.

Responsibilities

• Lead the development, delivery and evaluation of a high-quality early learning program in a nominated room.
• Implement the EYLF and uphold the National Quality Standards, contributing to continuous improvement.
• Deliver engaging, face-to-face teaching and support centre operation.
• Ensure compliance with relevant legislation, regulations and licensing.
• Engage children and families in decision‑making and support community participation.

Skills

Early childhood education

Room leadership

Trauma-informed practices

Communication skills

Education

Bachelor/degree in Early Childhood Education

Tools

NESA registration

Job description

Early Childhood Teacher / Room Leader - SDN Waterloo

Bring your passion and expertise as an Early Childhood Teacher, inspiring children to learn, grow and thrive through engaging, inclusive learning experiences.

About The Role

As the Early Childhood Teacher and Room Leader, you'll lead a nominated room, delivering a high-quality, engaging learning program that celebrates each child's strengths, interests and individual needs. You'll support children with additional and complex needs using trauma-informed practices, while creating a nurturing, inclusive environment where every child can learn, grow and thrive. You'll also guide and mentor educators, oversee daily routines, allocate room duties, support staff development, and ensure children's wellbeing, staff safety and the ongoing quality of the program and learning environment.

Bring your passion and expertise as an Early Childhood Teacher, inspiring children to learn, grow and thrive through engaging, inclusive learning experiences.

About The Role

As the Early Childhood Teacher and Room Leader, you'll lead a nominated room, delivering a high-quality, engaging learning program that celebrates each child's strengths, interests and individual needs. You'll support children with additional and complex needs using trauma-informed practices, while creating a nurturing, inclusive environment where every child can learn, grow and thrive. You'll also guide and mentor educators, oversee daily routines, allocate room duties, support staff development, and ensure children's wellbeing, staff safety and the ongoing quality of the program and learning environment.

This will include:

• Lead the development, delivery and evaluation of a high-quality early learning program that reflects each child's strengths, interests and individual needs
• Implement the EYLF and uphold the National Quality Standards, contributing to continuous improvement and quality outcomes
• Deliver engaging, face-to-face teaching and support centre operation
• Ensure compliance with relevant legislation, regulations and licensing requirements

• Engage children and families in decision‑making and support community participation

About You:

You will have experience and skills in the following:

• University qualifications in Early Childhood Education and registration with NESA
• 1–2 years’ experience as a Room Leader, leading and guiding educators
• Passion for supporting children with additional and complex needs using trauma-informed practices
• Strong knowledge of EYLF, NQS, child development and inclusive early childhood practices
• Working with Children Checkand current Senior First Aid qualification
• Child protection training and commitment to child safety
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills for effective collaboration

What is on offer:

• Above award pay and conditions (plus WRP)
• Discounted childcare fees & priority placement for your children
• Rostered day off per month (full‑time staff)
• Generous leave entitlements, including 12 days personal / carer's leave
• Professional training and development to support you to continue to learn and grow
• Employee Assistance Program
• Other benefits can be seen here: Why work for SDN?

What is it like to work with us?

SDN Lois Barker is a 44‑place early learning and preschool centre in Waterloo, known for its calm, welcoming atmosphere and strong sense of community. You'll join a long‑serving and inclusive team that values strong relationships with children and families and supports every child to feel valued and confident.

The centre also delivers a dedicated Autism Specific Program for children aged 4–5 years, with a collaborative, play‑based and strengths‑based approach to supporting development and transition to school. With bright indoor spaces and a vibrant outdoor environment, the centre offers children rich opportunities to explore, create and learn.

If you are passionate about working together to create better outcomes for children, young people, and families, we would love to hear from you!

About SDN

SDN Children’s Services is a respected not‑for‑profit organisation that has been providing quality services for children and families for 120 years.

Our purpose is to promote and enhance children’s wellbeing, learning and development in inclusive environments; and our vision is for an equitable world where all children thrive. We pride ourselves on creating a unique village where all children, families and staff belong.

You can find out more about us on the SDN website.

SDN Children’s Services is committed to being a child‑safe organisation, prioritising the safety and wellbeing of all children and young people. Successful applicants will be subject to relevant pre‑employment checks including Working with Children Check (NSW) or Working with Vulnerable People (ACT).

SDN Children's Services welcomes and encourages Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander people and people from culturally diverse backgrounds to apply.