Early Childhood Teacher

Emmaus Christian College

Brooklyn Park, SA 


Kindergarten / ELC / Early Childhood

Contract Type: Contract Position Part Time (0.70 FTE)

Applications Close: 19 May 2025


Provide enriched learning opportunities and support children to develop creativity, confidence, curiosity and care while exploring God’s world. • Join a thriving, distinctly Christian community experiencing exciting growth • Contribute to an environment where children are nurtured and supported • Part time (0.7FTE) fixed-term contract Jul-Dec 2025

<p><strong>About Our College</strong></p> <p>Emmaus Christian College is a multi-campus, non-denominational school, providing quality, distinctly Christian education from ELC to Year 12.</p> <p>We are passionate about delivering exceptional, biblically-based education, and want to partner with you as we outwork our vision of Inspiring Hearts and Inspiring Minds.</p> <p>Our aim is that our students will graduate as confident and compassionate young adults, well-equipped to take their place in the world. We seek to foster a commitment to Jesus Christ and a passion to live life in such a way as to bring honour and glory to God, in staff and students alike.</p> <p><strong>About the Role</strong></p> <ul> <li>In consultation with the Educational Leader and other Teachers, lead the implementation of the ELC’s curriculum.</li> <li>Mentor and support colleagues, at the direction of the ELC Director, towards achieving strategic objectives.</li> <li>Work closely with the Educational Leader and Team to assess children and evaluate learning.</li> <li>Collaborate and communicate with parents/families.</li> <li>Plan, prepare and implement appropriate learning programs and environments for children, guiding professional practice based on Australian EYLF (Early Years Learning Framework).</li> <li>Work within a legal and ethical framework, based on NQS and national regulations.</li> <li>Attend staff meetings, taking an active part in critical reflections about professional practice, pedagogical strategies, ELC philosophy and curriculum, QIP, children’s learning and development, and the Planning and Assessment Cycle.</li> </ul> <p>For further information regarding the position, please view the full position description available on our website at&nbsp;<a href="https://emmauscc.sa.edu.au/about/employment." rel="nofollow">https://emmauscc.sa.edu.au/about/employment</a></p> <p><strong>About You</strong></p> <ul> <li>A committed Christian with a deep desire to serve Jesus Christ as Lord.</li> <li>Demonstrated passion for biblically-based Christian education.</li> <li>A personal commitment to Emmaus’ ethos, Statement of Faith, and Vision, Mission and Values underpinning the delivery of Christian-based education to children.</li> <li>Appropriate qualification in Early Childhood Education.</li> <li>Understanding and knowledge of the standards set by the National Quality Framework, the Early Years Learning Framework.</li> <li>Knowledge and experience in the implementation of the Early Years Learning Framework.</li> <li>Extensive knowledge of the National Quality Standard (NQS) process including ongoing review.</li> <li>Thorough understanding and implementation of a play-based curriculum.</li> <li>Behaviour management skills reflecting restorative practices and the ability to develop and demonstrate positive behaviour strategies and support children’s learning.</li> <li>High-level interpersonal skills and experience in working with staff, parents and students.</li> <li>Strong problem solving, flexibility, priority setting and time management skills.</li> <li>Ability to cope effectively under pressure in an emergency or stressful situation.</li> <li>Competent computer skills to manage documentation, learning resources and use of technology tools to support learning.</li> <li>Current Teachers’ Registration, valid Working With Children Check, RRHAN-EC and Senior First Aid certification (incl. CPR, Anaphylaxis and Asthma).</li> </ul> <p><strong>What We Offer</strong></p> <p>At Emmaus Christian College, we value our employees beyond the workplace. As a member of our Christ-centred community, your unique gifts and talents will be cherished. We are united in our commitment to serve Jesus and inspire young people through high-quality education.&nbsp;</p> <p>We recognise that we are blessed with staff who are dedicated and skilled, we offer the following to further nurture our team’s wellbeing, development and success.</p> <ul> <li>A distinctly Christian organisation with a unified mission for Christian education, including regular staff devotions and worship.</li> <li>Staff member discounts on student fees.</li> <li>Staff Team Building Day and professional development opportunities.</li> <li>Strong culture of hospitality with social events and celebrations throughout the year.</li> <li>Employee Assistance Program.</li> <li>Competitive salaries and benefits.</li> </ul> <p>If you have a passion for actively contributing to growing God’s kingdom and seeing young people thrive, we invite you to apply!</p>
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<p><strong>Submitting Your Application</strong></p> <p><strong>Closing Date:</strong>&nbsp;9:00am, Monday 19th May 2025</p> <p><strong>Applicants should provide</strong></p> <ol> <li>A written application that addresses the selection criteria outlined in the position description, available at&nbsp;<a href="https://emmauscc.sa.edu.au/about/employment" rel="nofollow">https://emmauscc.sa.edu.au/about/employment</a>.</li> <li>Curriculum Vitae, which provides full personal details, qualifications, previous employment and experience.</li> <li>A completed&nbsp;‘Application for Teaching Position Form’, available at&nbsp;<a href="https://emmauscc.sa.edu.au/about/employment" rel="nofollow">https://emmauscc.sa.edu.au/about/employment</a>.</li> </ol> <p><strong>Application submissions must be sent to&nbsp;</strong><a href="mailto:<a href='mailto:recruitment@emmauscc.sa.edu.au?subject=Early%20Childhood%20Teacher%20position%20%28via%20Teachers%20On%20Net%29'>recruitment@emmauscc.sa.edu.au</a>?subject=Early%20Childhood%20Teacher%20position%20%28via%20Teachers%20On%20Net%29" rel="nofollow"><strong></strong></a><strong><a href="mailto:recruitment@emmauscc.sa.edu.au?subject=Early%20Childhood%20Teacher%20position%20%28via%20Teachers%20On%20Net%29">recruitment@emmauscc.sa.edu.au</a></strong><strong> and include all three documents to be considered.&nbsp;Please reference the Job ID in the subject line: Job ID 250501.</strong></p> <p>For further information, please contact Human Resources on (08) 8292 3888 or&nbsp;<a href="mailto:<a href='mailto:recruitment@emmauscc.sa.edu.au?subject=Early%20Childhood%20Teacher%20position%20%28via%20Teachers%20On%20Net%29'>recruitment@emmauscc.sa.edu.au</a>?subject=Early%20Childhood%20Teacher%20position%20%28via%20Teachers%20On%20Net%29" rel="nofollow"></a><a href="mailto:recruitment@emmauscc.sa.edu.au?subject=Early%20Childhood%20Teacher%20position%20%28via%20Teachers%20On%20Net%29">recruitment@emmauscc.sa.edu.au</a>.&nbsp;</p>