Lower Primary Teacher | ACC Careers

Australian Christian College Group; Somerset; On-site; AUD 42,000 - 54,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Mentorship pathway

Health & wellbeing benefits

Job summary

Australian Christian College Burnie seeks a dynamic educator to join our small, close-knit team 3 days per week (0.6 FTE) from Term 1 2027, with potential to grow into a full-time Prep/Lower Primary role within 12 months.

The role welcomes final-year Bachelor of Education students eligible for LAT with TRB Tas registration or LAT eligibility and offers a supportive teaching environment surrounded by natural scenery.

Qualifications

• Active Christian faith and a desire to contribute to the school ethos.
• Energetic, creative approach to early childhood education.
• Strong organisational skills and initiative.
• Collaborative mindset with a willingness to wear different hats.

Skills

Active Christian Faith

Energy & Creativity

Organisation & Initiative

Team Spirit

Education

Bachelor degree in Education (or final year)

Job description

Australian Christian College (ACC) is a protestant non-denominational, Christian Education organisation, whose mission is to develop each and every student to be equipped spiritually, academically, socially and physically to flourish into their full potential, and be a positive influence on the world around them. ACC is wholeheartedly committed to excellence in education so that students are “well known, well loved, and well taught” by dedicated trained Christian staff. ACC is part of Christian Education Ministries, with 17 schools in 5 states, and is also the largest non-government Distance Education provider in Australia.

About ACC Burnie

Our Burnie campus is a co-ed K-10 school that is blessed with a spacious and modern campus. Perched above green pastures with breathtaking views of Bass Strait, our delightful small school offers an environment where learning feels like an extension of family. With small class sizes, we foster deep connections and take pride in raising caring, responsible young people who are curious, lifelong learners.

We operate as a close-knit team where everyone pitches in. In a small school community, we wear many hats, take initiative, and jump in wherever needed to support our students and each other.

About the Role

We are seeking a dynamic, creative, and highly organised educator to join our team 3 days per week (0.6 FTE) from Term 1 2027. This role may grow into a full-time Prep/Lower Primary role within 12 months.

This position may also suit a final-year Bachelor of Education student eligible for a Limited Authority to Teach (LAT) through the Teachers Registration Board Tasmania (TRB Tas).

Requirements

What You Bring

• Active Christian Faith: A vibrant, lived Christian faith and a desire to contribute positively to the spiritual life and ethos of our school community.
• Energy & Creativity: A passionate, dynamic approach to early childhood education that sparks curiosity and joy.
• Organisation & Initiative: Strong organisational skills paired with a "can-do" attitude—you naturally see what needs doing and take ownership.
• Team Spirit: A collaborative mindset, ready to wear different hats and actively contribute to our warm school culture.
• Qualification: A relevant bachelor degree (or in your final year of study)
• Registration: TRB Tas registrationoreligibility to apply or eligibility for a Limited Authority to Teach (LAT) in your final year of study.
• Small class sizes and a supportive, family-like school community.
• An inspiring teaching environment surrounded by stunning natural scenery.
• Mentorship and a clear pathway to full-time employment within a year.
• A collaborative team that genuinely values your unique talents and contribution.
• Work with well established and resourced teaching programs.
• EAP program
• Health & wellbeing benefits and discounts program
• Authentic Christian vision, culture, and work environment