Teacher - Early Years - Teaching & Learning

Catholic Education SA; Adelaide; Hybrid; AUD 56,000 - 84,000; Full time

Job summary

St Francis School in Lockleys, SA is seeking a dynamic Early Years Teacher for 2027. This replacement role is up to 0.8 FTE and focuses on engaging learners within a Catholic context.

You will plan and deliver high-quality literacy and numeracy experiences, foster wellbeing, and collaborate with families and staff to enhance student outcomes.

Qualifications

• Active support for Catholic identity and school life.
• Experience using evidence-informed practice in literacy and numeracy.
• Knowledge of Australian Curriculum and Crossways.
• Ability to differentiate learning for primary students.
• Strong relationships with staff, students and families.

Responsibilities

• Plan, prepare and deliver high-quality learning experiences.
• Foster a safe, inclusive classroom and support wellbeing.
• Monitor and communicate student progress with families and colleagues.

Skills

Literacy instruction

Numeracy instruction

Differentiated instruction

Relationship building

Education

Bachelor of Education

Teaching Registration

Job description

Employment Status:

Up to 0.8 F.T.E. (negotiable) 2027 (Replacement)

Classification Level:

Teaching

Focusing on:

• Strong Community & Wellbeing Culture
• Innovative & Engaging Teaching & Learning
• Coaching, Mentoring and Professional Growth

The Opportunity

St Francis School, Lockleys is seeking dynamic, innovative and collaborative Early Years Teacher to join our vibrant learning community for 2027.

Key responsibilities include:

• Plan, prepare and deliver high-quality learning experiences that engage and challenge students.
• Foster a safe, inclusive and positive classroom environment that supports student wellbeing and achievement.
• Monitor, assess and communicate student progress while working collaboratively with families and colleagues to enhance learning outcomes.

About You

We are seeking someone who:

• Actively support and contribute to the Catholic identity of St Francis School and be willing to participate in all aspects of school life.
• Demonstrate knowledge, experience and capability in using evidence informed practice and data in the teaching of literacy and numeracy across the curriculum
• Demonstrate a contemporary understanding of the Australian Curriculum and Crossways and creatively plan, implement and assess differentiated learning programs that ensure quality outcomes for all learners
• Address individual student learning needs, integrated curriculum and personalised learning specific to primary pedagogies
• Demonstrate an ability to develop positive relationships with staff, students and families

Why Us?

• At St Francis School, people matter. We foster a supportive and connected community where students and staff are encouraged to grow in Faith, Peace and Wisdom.
• Teachers at St Francis are empowered to innovate, collaborate and make a meaningful difference through engaging learning experiences that inspire every child to succeed.

About us

St Francis School is committed to life-long learning and continual improvement. We create safe, welcoming and inclusive classroom and community environments, where every child and family matters. We offer a diverse and inclusive curriculum where cognitive science informs our pedagogical practice. Students learn to understand their place in the world and their responsibility for building a socially just and ecologically sustainable future.

Position Description

Catholic Education South Australia is committed to ensuring the safety, wellbeing and dignity of all children and young people.

Screening requirements apply.