Early Years Teacher

Seymour College Inc; Adelaide; Hybrid; AUD 28,000 - 44,000; Part time

Job summary

Seymour College in South Australia is seeking an enthusiastic Early Years Teacher for a permanent part-time position (2 days per week) starting January 2027. You will deliver engaging, play-based learning and support holistic development in the Early Years community.

Join a school committed to wellbeing, EYLF and Reggio Emilia-inspired practices, with a collaborative team and strong family partnerships. Playground and classroom environments foster inclusive education and student wellbeing.

Qualifications

• Experience with play-based and inquiry-based learning.
• Knowledge of EYLF and NQS.
• Bachelor-level qualification in early childhood education.

Responsibilities

• Planning and delivering high-quality teaching and learning programs for children in the Early Years.
• Creating safe, nurturing and engaging learning environments.
• Supporting children's academic, social and emotional development.
• Monitoring, assessing and reporting on children's progress and development.
• Building positive partnerships with families and caregivers.
• Collaborating with teachers, co-educators and leaders to enhance learning outcomes.
• Contributing to the wider life of the College through meetings, events and community engagement.
• Upholding child safety, wellbeing and inclusive education practices.

Skills

Play-based learning

Communication skills

Collaborative teamwork

Professional learning

Education

Bachelor of Education (Early Childhood Education)

Teacher Registration SA

Tools

EYLF knowledge

National Quality Standards

Contemporary pedagogy

Job description

Location: Seymour College, South Australia

Job Category: Other

About Seymour

Seymour College is a leading independent girls’ school with an established reputation for academic excellence and a commitment to helping students reach their potential. Our vision is to develop young women of strength, optimism and justice, confident for the future. Our aim is to inspire within each student a passion for life-long learning, a celebration of community and a quest for personal excellence.

Job Description

About the role

We are seeking an enthusiastic and dedicated Early Years Teacher to join our Early Years community in a permanent part-time capacity (2 days per week) commencing in January 2027.

Working collaboratively with colleagues, families and the wider College community, the successful candidate will provide engaging, play-based learning experiences that support the holistic development of young learners. Our Early Years program is grounded in contemporary best practice, including the Early Years Learning Framework, Reggio Emilia principles and a strong commitment to student wellbeing.

Key responsibilities include:

• Planning and delivering high-quality teaching and learning programs for children in the Early Years.
• Creating safe, nurturing and engaging learning environments.
• Supporting children's academic, social and emotional development.
• Monitoring, assessing and reporting on children's progress and development.
• Building positive partnerships with families and caregivers.
• Collaborating with teachers, co-educators and leaders to enhance learning outcomes.
• Contributing to the wider life of the College through meetings, events and community engagement.
• Upholding child safety, wellbeing and inclusive education practices.

Desired Skills and Experience

About you

The successful applicant will demonstrate:

• A Bachelor of Education (Early Childhood Education) or equivalent qualification.
• Current Teacher Registration with the Teachers Registration Board of South Australia.
• Knowledge of the Early Years Learning Framework (EYLF), National Quality Standards and contemporary Early Childhood pedagogy.
• Experience in, or a strong commitment to, play-based and inquiry-based learning.
• Excellent communication and relationship-building skills.
• A collaborative approach and commitment to continuous professional learning.
• Alignment with the values and culture of Seymour College.
• A genuine passion for supporting young children's learning and wellbeing.

To discuss this role please contact Sarah Davidson, People and Culture Administrator on 08 8303 9043.

Information provided by applicants will be subject to the Seymour College Privacy Policy which is available to view on the College website.Seymour College is committed to the safety and wellbeing of children and young people through the prevention, identification and reporting of child abuse and neglect. All candidates for roles at the College are subject to thorough screening and assessment to determine suitability and support of child safety. All employees, volunteers and visitors are expected to model and encourage behaviour that upholds the dignity and protection of students from harm. In applying for this role, you are asserting the accuracy and integrity of your application, including the complete disclosure of any matter that may be inconsistent with the safety and wellbeing of children and young people, or bring the College into disrepute.