TEMPORARY TEACHER - PINNAROO KINDERGARTEN - PRESCHOOL TEACHER (0.6 FTE)

Department for Education, South Australia; Pinnaroo; On-site; AUD 85,000 - 123,000; Part time

Job summary

Department for Education, South Australia invites applications for an Early Childhood Teacher in Pinnaroo. The role supports our 3-year-old program starting in 2027, with a focus on play-based learning, intentional teaching and building relationships with children, families and staff.

The successful candidate will demonstrate reflective practice, collaboration with a diverse team, and a commitment to inclusive education across the preschool setting at Pinnaroo Kindergarten.

Qualifications

• Strong collaboration skills with teaching staff, early childhood workers, and allied professionals.
• Pedagogical documentation and reflective planning abilities.
• Ability to engage children meaningfully and contribute to their learning stories.
• Sound knowledge of the Early Years Learning Framework (EYLF) and its daily application.

Responsibilities

• Lead the 3-year-old program commencing in 2027, Monday to Wednesday.
• Build strong, respectful relationships with children, families and colleagues.
• Use play-based learning and intentional teaching to support learning and development.

Skills

Collaboration

Documentation

Reflective planning

Engaging children

Job description

Position Descriptor Pinnaroo is a welcoming, community-focused located in the Southern Mallee region of South Australia. The school is approximately 250 km east of Adelaide, 4 km west of the Victorian border.

Position No: 2027-6539-TPS-B-0-2
Applications Close: 16/11/2026 11:30 PM

Position Descriptor Pinnaroo is a welcoming, community-focused located in the Southern Mallee region of South Australia. The school is approximately 250 km east of Adelaide, 4 km west of the Victorian border. We are seeking a passionate and enthusiastic Early Childhood Teacher to join our collaborative team and will commence our 3 year old program in 2027, Mondays, Tuesdays and Wednesdays. The successful applicant will demonstrate a strong commitment to play-based learning, intentional teaching, reflective practice and building meaningful relationships with children, families and colleagues.

Key Attributes

• Engages in reflective practice and is committed to continuous professional growth
• Thrives in a collaborative team and values open, respectful communication
• Has a strong understanding of inclusive education and supports children with diverse needs
• Uses documentation to understand and extend children's learning
• Builds strong, respectful relationships with children, families, and colleagues
• A reflective and flexible approach to teaching and learning

Essential Criteria

• Strong collaboration skills; able to work effectively with teaching staff, early childhood workers, and allied professionals
• Skilled in pedagogical documentation and reflective planning
• Demonstrated ability to engage children meaningfully and contribute to their learning stories
• Sound knowledge of the Early Years Learning Framework (EYLF) and its application in daily practice

Desirable Attributes

• Strong focus on family engagement and community partnerships
• Experience in independently preparing Statements of Learning
• Experience supporting and building the capacity of children with additional needs

In addition to the salary, other financial incentives may apply depending on the site location: education.sa.gov.au/countryteaching Please note that part time and flexible arrangements will be considered.Site: Pinnaroo Kindergarten Local Partnership: Coorong & Mallee Tenure: 21/01/2027 to 26/01/2028 Fraction of time: 0.6 Level of Schooling: Preschool (CPC/Kgtn) Conditions: $84,971 - $123,236 per annum FTE / Teacher Conditions School Website: http://www.pinnarookgn.sa.edu.au

We value a diverse range of backgrounds and experiences and encourage all suitable applicants to apply. If you need adjustments during the recruitment process, please let us know.