Early Childhood Teachers (ECT)

Cullunghutti Aboriginal Child and Family; Nowra; On-site; AUD 65,000 - 90,000; Full time

Job summary

Cullunghutti Aboriginal Child and Family Centre in Nowra, NSW, is opening a new centre in 2027 and seeks motivated Early Childhood Teachers to join the team. You’ll contribute to high-quality early childhood education while supporting children and families within the Shoalhaven community.

Ideal candidates hold a recognised degree in Early Childhood and relevant registrations. The role emphasizes safety, cultural respect, and collaborative leadership in a not-for-profit Aboriginal community

Qualifications

• Degree in Early Childhood from a recognised University.
• Knowledge of The Office of the Children’s Guardians Child Safe Scheme & Child Safe Standards.
• Demonstrated commitment to child safety.
• Current Emergency First Aid in Education & Care Setting.
• ACECQA approved Anaphylaxis and emergency asthma management training.
• Accredited Child Protection Training.
• Teacher Accreditation as per state requirements if applicable.
• Knowledge of EYLF, National Law & Regulations, Child Care Subsidy 2018.
• Ability to be the responsible person and lead a team.

Skills

Communication with families

Team leadership

Observation & planning

Education

Degree in Early Childhood from a recognised University

Job description

Cullunghutti Aboriginal Child and Family – Nowra NSW

Be Part of Something New - Centre Opening in 2027

Opportunities for Early Childhood Teachers

We are seeking motivated and passionate Early Childhood Teachers to join our dedicated team as we prepare for the opening of our new centre in 2027.

At our service, you will be welcomed into a positive and supportive environment where your knowledge, experience, and ideas are respected and appreciated. We are committed to creating a workplace where educators can thrive while making a meaningful difference in the lives of children and families.

If you are committed to providing outstanding early childhood education and care and are passionate about helping children reach their full potential, we would love to hear from you.

Cullunghutti Aboriginal Child and Family Centre prides itself on being a place of belonging for all children, their families, and the Shoalhaven community. Our centre is dedicated to all Elders, past and present, for their valuable knowledge, wisdom, and loving care passed on to our Boori’s and their families, as well as the community.

Childrens safety, rights and best interests are paramount in all aspects of our organisation and we strongly uphold our child safety policies and procedures. Child Safety and Wellbeing take priority over all other considerations, and are emedded within everyday practice.

Cullunghutti is a culturally safe special place for children and families and staff to connect, grow, and learn together, reflecting and strengthening Aboriginal identity within the wider community. It brings together a range of early childhood, health, and family support services to improve education, health, wellbeing, and quality of life for Aboriginal children and families, and helps them learn and grow to become the future leaders of our community.

Cullunghutti Aboriginal Child and Family Centre was established under the Indigenous Early Childhood Development National Partnership Agreement (IECDNP), as a Closing the Gap initiative. We are a not-for-profit organisation, and self-managed by our Aboriginal community.

All applicants are required to address the criteria below. Each statement is to be addressed individually, provided with a cover letter and a current resume.

ESSENTIAL CRITERIA

• Degree in Early Childhood from arecognisedUniversity (as listed on the approved qualification list by ACECQA)
• An understanding of The Office of the Children’s Guardians Child Safe Scheme & Child Safe Standards
• Demonstrated commitment to child safety
• Current“Provide an Emergency First Aid responsein an Education and Care Setting”qualification
• Current ACECQA approved Anaphylaxis and emergency asthma management training
• Accredited Child Protection Training
• Teacher Accreditation as per state/territory requirements if applicable
• Demonstrated knowledge of the Early Years Learning Framework, Education and Care Services National Law (2010), Education and Care Services National Regulations (2011), Family Assistance Law (Child Care Subsidy 2018)
• Demonstrated ability within the role of responsible person
• Demonstrated knowledge and ability to effectively observe, dynamically program and plan for group and individual children
• The ability to develop and maintain positive and culturally respectful relationships with families, children and staff
• Demonstrated understanding of leadership and leading a team successfully
• Demonstrated knowledge of current early childhood theories of practice
• Demonstrated ability to develop strategies to guide positive children's behavior

DESIRABLE

• Training in working with children who have trauma backgrounds
• Experience in working with Aboriginal children and/or organisations

REQUIRED IF SUCCESSFUL

• Undertake a police check
• Hold a current Working With Children's Check
• Approved Child Safe Training