Kindergarten Teacher

St John's Anglican College; City of Brisbane; On-site; AUD 65,000 - 90,000; Full time

Job summary

St John's Anglican College in Brisbane is seeking a passionate Kindergarten Teacher to guide children through their early learning years. Commencement date will be negotiated with the preferred candidate.

The successful applicant will nurture each child's academic, social, emotional, physical and spiritual development while fostering curiosity, confidence and a love of learning. Provisional or full registration with QCT is required and Blue Card (E) is mandatory.

Qualifications

• Tertiary qualifications in Early Childhood Education suitable for Kindergarten teaching.
• Provisional or full registration with the Queensland College of Teachers.
• Valid Blue Card (E).
• First Aid and CPR certificates.

Responsibilities

• Design, deliver and evaluate a contemporary and engaging Kindergarten learning programme aligned with the Early Years Learning Framework and Queensland Kindergarten Learning Guidelines.
• Create a safe, inclusive and stimulating learning environment that supports positive behaviour and wellbeing.
• Build strong respectful relationships with children, families and colleagues.
• Contribute actively to a collaborative professional learning community.
• Support the Christian ethos, values and pastoral care programmes of the College.
• Fulfil all child safety and duty of care obligations as a mandatory reporter.

Skills

Communication

Teamwork

Organisation

IB PYP awareness

Education

Bachelor's degree in Early Childhood Education

Job description

We are seeking a passionate and dedicated Kindergarten Teacher to join our team, guiding children in their early years of learning. Commencement date will be negotiated with the preferred candidate.

About St John's Anglican College

St John's Anglican College is the leading Kindergarten to Year 12 coeducational school in south west Brisbane and is an International Baccalaureate World School for the Primary Years Program. St John's Anglican College strives to provide an extraordinary, globally innovative and future‑focused education from Kindergarten to Year 12. Our graduates are well educated, respectful, resilient and compassionate; equipped to be people of influence in their communities. Our teachers care about their students and are leaders in learning, focused on providing the best possible educational environment and ensuring that each child's academic potential is maximised. We value and acknowledge the skills, energy and commitment of our employees. Accordingly, we seek to attract, develop and retain staff of the highest calibre and provide a working environment that enables them to maximise their contribution to achieving the College's vision, mission and values.

Your opportunity

Reporting to the Kindergarten Coordinator, this position contributes to the delivery of a contemporary innovative and high‑quality early learning programme. The successful applicant will nurture each child's academic, social, emotional, physical and spiritual development while fostering curiosity, confidence and a love of learning.

Key responsibilities

• Design, deliver and evaluate a contemporary and engaging Kindergarten learning programme aligned with the Early Years Learning Framework and Queensland Kindergarten Learning Guidelines.
• Create a safe, inclusive and stimulating learning environment that supports positive behaviour and wellbeing.
• Build strong respectful relationships with children, families and colleagues.
• Contribute actively to a collaborative professional learning community.
• Support the Christian ethos, values and pastoral care programmes of the College.
• Fulfil all child safety and duty of care obligations as a mandatory reporter.

Key requirements

• Tertiary qualifications in Early Childhood Education suitable for Kindergarten teaching.
• Provisional or full registration with the Queensland College of Teachers.
• Valid Blue Card (E).
• First Aid and CPR certificates.
• Demonstrated experience teaching in early years settings.
• Sound knowledge of the Early Years Learning Framework and Queensland Kindergarten Learning Guidelines.
• A willingness to engage with the International Baccalaureate Primary Years Programme.
• Excellent communication, organisation and teamwork skills.
• A genuine commitment to the Anglican and Christian values of the College.

It is expected that you will have significant experience in a similar role and a mature and professional approach to your work.

What we offer

• Supportive collegial culture with a strong focus on professional learning.
• Contemporary facilities and well‑resourced learning environments.
• A values‑driven community committed to child safety, wellbeing and excellence.
• Opportunity to make a meaningful impact in the formative years of children's education.

Child safety commitment

St John's Anglican College is committed to the safety, wellbeing and best interests of all children. Successful applicants will be required to undergo relevant background checks and uphold all child‑safe standards, policies and procedures.

Applications close midnight 14 July 2026

Applicants are encouraged to submit their applications as soon as possible, as the College reserves the right to appoint a suitable candidate prior to the closing date.