Pre-Prep Classroom Teacher

Clayfield College; Albion; On-site; AUD 85,000 - 110,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Up to 12.75% employer superannuation

Strong collegial team

Salary Packaging

Employee Assistance Program - AcaciaEA

Job summary

Clayfield College in Brisbane is seeking an outstanding Pre-Prep Classroom Teacher to join our Junior School. You will plan, deliver and evaluate a developmentally appropriate Pre-Prep program aligned with the Early Years Learning Framework and Queensland guidelines.

The role involves coordinating with Pre‑Prep Teacher Aides, creating a safe, inclusive and stimulating environment, and partnering with families to support strong outcomes for children.

Qualifications

• Four-year Early Childhood teaching qualification meeting Queensland requirements.
• Current registration with the Queensland College of Teachers.
• Current first aid, CPR, asthma and anaphylaxis qualifications.
• Working with Children Check requirements where applicable.
• Experience with Early Years Learning Framework and National Quality Framework.

Responsibilities

• Plan, deliver and evaluate the Pre-Prep program.
• Coordinate day-to-day educational program with Pre-Prep staff.
• Create a child-safe, inclusive and stimulating learning environment.
• Collaborate with families and Teacher Aides to support outcomes.

Skills

Early childhood pedagogy

Curriculum planning

Assessment & evaluation

Team collaboration

Child safety

Education

ECE teaching qualification

Job description

Clayfield College is a leading independent school, owned and governed by the Presbyterian and Methodist Schools Association (PMSA) on behalf of the Presbyterian and Uniting Churches. The College is a co-educational day and boarding school in Clayfield, Brisbane, that offers boys and girls all the benefits of single‑sex and co‑education on one campus through the distinctive Parallel Learning model. Our education framework is intentionally structured to maximise students’ growth from Pre‑Prep to Year 12. Clayfield provides outstanding opportunities beyond the regular curriculum, and across all ages, so every child has the opportunity to let their light shine.

The Role

Clayfield College is seeking an outstanding and suitably qualified Pre‑Prep Classroom Teacher to join our Junior School.

The successful applicant will plan, deliver and evaluate a high‑quality, developmentally appropriate Pre‑Prep program aligned with the Early Years Learning Framework, Queensland Kindergarten Learning Guideline and National Quality Framework.

This is a classroom teaching position with responsibility for coordinating the day-to-day educational program and working collaboratively with the Pre‑Prep Teacher Aides. The successful applicant will create a child‑safe, inclusive and stimulating learning environment that promotes belonging, wellbeing, curiosity, agency and independence.

Working closely with the Head of Pre‑Prep to Year 2, the Pre‑Prep Classroom Teacher will support positive outcomes for children, strong partnerships with families, reflective practice and the continuous improvement of the Pre‑Prep program.

Desired Skills and Experience

Mandatory Requirements

• A four‑year Early Childhood teaching qualification, or equivalent ACECQA‑approved Early Childhood teaching qualification, that meets the requirements for employment as an Early Childhood Teacher in a Queensland kindergarten program.
• Current registration with the Queensland College of Teachers.
• Current first aid, CPR, asthma and anaphylaxis qualifications, as required for the setting.
• Queensland Working with Children requirements, where applicable.

Qualifications, Experience and Skills required.

The ideal candidate will possess the following:

• Demonstrated expertise in the Early Years Learning Framework, Queensland Kindergarten Learning Guideline, National Quality Framework and contemporary early childhood pedagogy, with proven experience in planning, implementing and evaluating high‑quality early childhood programs.
• Demonstrated capacity to contribute to curriculum development, reflective practice and continuous improvement within an early childhood setting.
• A warm, responsive and child‑centred approach.
• A record as an outstanding classroom practitioner, with highly developed organisational skills, strong attention to detail and a commitment to excellence in early childhood education.
• The ability to work collaboratively with Teacher Aides, external specialists, colleagues and families.
• Strong interpersonal skills and the ability to provide day‑to‑day guidance and support within a small team.
• Clear, respectful and professional communication with children, families and staff.
• The ability to analyse evidence, reflect critically and translate improvement priorities into practice.
• A commitment to a child‑safe culture, inclusion, cultural responsiveness, continuous improvement and the ethos and values of Clayfield College.

Applicants for this position must be supportive of the Christian aims and mission of the Presbyterian and Methodist Schools Association and be able to contribute to the strategic vision of Clayfield College.

How You’ll Benefit

• Up to 12.75% employer superannuation.
• Part of a strong, collegial team, committed to mutual success
• Salary Packaging
• Access to our Employee Assistance Program - AcaciaEAP

Please note, if successful, Statements of Service from Previous Educational Employers will be required.

Applications close: Monday 2nd November 2026, however we will be considering candidates as they apply and may commence interviews earlier, so early application is encouraged.

Clayfield College is a Child Safe organisation with a demonstrated commitment to the safety and wellbeing of children with a zero‑tolerance approach to the abuse of children in our care. Successful candidates will be required to support the PMSA's Child Protection Policy and Procedures and commit to their implementation upon commencement.For more information, please click on thislink.