Early Childhood Teacher

St Jakobi Lutheran School - Lyndoch

LYNDOCH, SA 


Kindergarten / ELC / Early Childhood

Contract Type: Contract Position Part Time (0.75 FTE)

Applications Close: 14 April 2025


Position Type: Part-time (32 hours) or Full time, negotiable, contracted until December 2025 with possibility for ongoing Start Date: 28th April 2025

<p>About St. Jakobi Campus: St. Jakobi Campus is a vibrant, inclusive, and community-focused learning environment that provides high-quality early childhood education. We are dedicated to fostering growth, creativity, and a love of learning for young children. We are seeking an enthusiastic and passionate Early Childhood Teacher to join our dynamic team and contribute to shaping the future of our learners.<br />Key Responsibilities:<br />•    Plan, implement, and assess educational experiences that support children’s developmental needs and emotional well-being.<br />•    Foster a positive and inclusive classroom environment that promotes creativity, curiosity, and social-emotional learning.<br />•    Actively support children’s transitions to school by preparing them for the next stage in their learning journey, focusing on school readiness and self-regulation skills.<br />•    Build and maintain collaborative partnerships with foundation teachers, ensuring smooth transitions and continuity of learning across the early childhood and primary years.<br />•    Observe and document children’s progress, providing individualized support and feedback as needed.<br />•    Work closely with families, educators, and the broader community to create an inclusive and supportive learning environment.<br />•    Ensure educational practices are aligned with early childhood learning frameworks and standards.<br />•    Participate in regular team meetings and contribute to planning and professional development.<br />Qualifications &amp; Skills:<br />•    ACECQA approved Bachelor’s degree in Early Childhood Education or equivalent qualification with current Teachers Registration in SA. Working towards qualification may be considered with the ability to achieve a Special Authority to Teach<br />•    Current Working with Children Check.<br />•    Current Responding to Risk, Harm and Neglect certificate, and Child protection training<br />•    Knowledge and understanding of early childhood education frameworks and best practices.<br />•    Strong communication and interpersonal skills with a commitment to building collaborative partnerships.<br />•    Ability to work effectively in a team environment, including collaboratively with foundation and primary school teachers.<br />•    A passion for supporting children’s transitions and ensuring they feel confident and excited about starting school.<br />•    Experience or interest in creating smooth, supportive transitions for children entering school.<br />Why Join Us?<br />•    Be part of a caring and committed team that values innovation, collaboration, and creativity.<br />•    Opportunities for professional development and career growth.<br />•    Work in a supportive and welcoming environment.<br />•    Contribute to positive outcomes in children’s transition to school and long-term educational success.<br />•    Competitive salary and benefits.<br /> </p>
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<p><strong>How to Apply:</strong> If you are dedicated to providing high-quality early childhood education and have a passion for supporting children’s transition to school, we would love to hear from you. Please submit your resume and cover letter outlining your qualifications, experience, and approach to working with children and school partnerships to director&#64;barossachildcare.com.au by 5pm Monday 14th April 2025.</p><p>St. Jakobi Campus is an equal opportunity employer, and we encourage applications from individuals of all backgrounds. We are committed to being a Child Safe Organisation and implement a comprehensive screening and interview process, including reference checks to provide a culture of child safety and well-being. </p><p> </p>