<p>Join a vibrant, Christ-centred Early Learning team committed to nurturing young children through faith, creativity and nature-based learning.</p> <p><strong>About the Role</strong><br> We’re seeking a qualified and passionate Early Childhood Teacher to join our ELC on a full-time 12 month contract with view to ongoing, from mid Jan 2026. You'll lead a small team of educators in delivering a Reggio Emilia-inspired program using the <i>Understanding by Design</i> framework, all from a biblical worldview.</p> <p><strong>What You’ll Need</strong></p> <ul> <li>Bachelor of Education (Early Childhood)</li> <li>SA Teacher Registration (or eligibility)</li> <li>Current First Aid (HLTAID012), WWCC &amp; RRHAN-EC</li> <li>Strong Christian faith and active church involvement</li> <li>A passion for early years education and leading a collaborative team</li> </ul> <p><strong>Why Join Us?</strong></p> <ul> <li>A caring Christian community</li> <li>Supportive leadership and staff culture</li> <li>Opportunities for professional growth</li> <li>Competitive salary (Teachers Step 3–11B) under the Portside Enterprise Agreement 2025</li> </ul> <p><strong>Ready to Apply?</strong><br> Submit your cover letter, resume, a brief response to the criteria (max 500 words), and our employment form by <strong>9am, Monday 1 December 2025</strong> to <a href="mailto:<a href='mailto:application@portside.sa.edu.au?subject=Teacher%20-%20Early%20Learning%20Centre%20position%20%28via%20Teachers%20On%20Net%29'>application@portside.sa.edu.au</a>?subject=Teacher%20-%20Early%20Learning%20Centre%20position%20%28via%20Teachers%20On%20Net%29" rel="nofollow"><strong></strong></a><strong><a href="mailto:application@portside.sa.edu.au?subject=Teacher%20-%20Early%20Learning%20Centre%20position%20%28via%20Teachers%20On%20Net%29">application@portside.sa.edu.au</a></strong>. Appointments may be made before this date if a suitable candidate is found.</p> <p>Learn more: <a href="https://portside.sa.edu.au/careers" rel="nofollow">portside.sa.edu.au/careers</a></p> <p><strong>Make a real difference — equip young lives for life.</strong></p>