2 days ago, from Goodstart Early Learning
Role: Early Childhood Teacher
Location: Gladstone & Central Qld
Centre: Goodstart Kin Kora
Employment Type: Permanent Full-Time or Part-Time
Pay: $38.41 - $60.00 + super + benefits
* Help provide the best start to a child’s life. Make a lasting impact while growing an incredible career
* Competitive salary package on par with state primary school Teachers
* Get 50% discount off your childcare gap fees + paid parental leave
Are you ready to bring your knowledge and creativity to a place where you’ll be truly valued? Do you dream of shaping pedagogy and practice in your classroom? Are you passionate about crafting a curriculum that resonates with children’s needs, interests, and ideas? If so, we'd love to explore the amazing opportunities we have just for you.
As an Early Childhood Teacher at Goodstart, you'll ignite a love of learning in children, guiding their development with purposeful and energetic teaching practices. You'll build strong, meaningful relationships with families, ensuring every child feels a profound sense of belonging and is supported to thrive. Your passion for teaching will shine through as you mentor and inspire educational practices in your room, collaborating with our centre leadership team to develop, review, and implement high-quality early learning programs, achieving outstanding outcomes for our children.
Join us at Goodstart, where your passion and creativity will transform young lives and enrich your teaching career.
About Goodstart Kin Kora
Welcome to our Exceeding Early Learning Centre, where we pride ourselves on offering a nurturing and enriching environment for both our children and our team. Our centre is not just a place for early education; it's a community where educators, families, and children come together to create a foundation for lifelong learning.
Why Join Us?
* Highly Qualified Team: Our educators are dedicated professionals, most of whom hold or are studying towards their Diploma in Children’s Services or higher.
* Strong Community Ties: We maintain strong relationships with local primary schools, ensuring that our children are well-prepared for the next stage in their education journey. We also actively engage with our local community through visits, excursions, and participation in community events.
* Innovative Learning Environment: Our centre follows the Early Years Learning Framework and Queensland Kindergarten Guidelines, with a focus on play-based learning that encourages creativity, critical thinking, and social skills development. Our Storypark platform allows seamless communication with parents, keeping them involved in their child's learning journey.
* Natural Play Spaces: Our grand playground is designed with natural play spaces, encouraging children to explore and connect with nature. We also emphasise sustainability, with gardens filled with edible plants, fruits, and vegetables that the children help maintain.
* Supportive Work Culture: We are proud of our long-standing and passionate educators who bring warmth, dedication, and enthusiasm to the centre. You'll be joining a team that values hard work, loyalty, and fun. Our current educators are committed to supporting new hires, especially with organising key events like graduation, prep visits, and transition statements.
* Professional Development: We encourage continuous learning and professional growth. You'll have opportunities to develop your skills and knowledge, particularly in areas like transition statements and programming within the Queensland Kindergarten Learning Guideline (QKLG).
We are looking for a passionate, hard-working individual who is eager to make a difference in the lives of young children. If you are dedicated to early childhood education and are excited to be part of a community-focused, dynamic, and supportive team, we would love to hear from you!
What Goodstart can offer you:
* Competitive pay - you’ll get paid well above award and receive a package comparable to state primary school teachers (our Graduate Teacher starting salary is $80,000)
* Regular professional development sessions including workshops and Professional Online Discussions aligned to your career stage and connecting you with peers, mentors and more experienced teachers
* Access to a dedicated Teachers’ Community through our Learning Portal with its comprehensive library of professional learning and development resources
* A mentor to support you through your teacher accreditation or registration process (in states where this is mandated)
* 50% discount off your childcare gap fees and up to 6 weeks paid parental leave
* Two wellbeing days included in your personal leave per year
* Free annual flu shot (optional)
* Option to purchase extra leave for even greater work-life balance
* First Nations Support and Cultural Leave
* Retail discounts on insurance, travel and technology
* Uniform allowance and employee referral program
You’ll need:
* Bachelor of Early Childhood or equivalent qualification (ACECQA approved)
* Current Qld Working with Children Check and First Aid qualification
If you have prior experience as a Teacher in a school or early learning setting, or if you are new to the profession and embarking on your first role, we invite you to connect with us! Our team welcomes teachers from all backgrounds and experiences.
How to apply
Click ‘Apply Now’ and submit your application.
We review applications as they are submitted. We encourage you to submit your application as soon as possible for your best chance to progress to the next stage of the process. We encourage Aboriginal and/or Torres Strait Islander people to apply. Have a question? Contact Anita of our Talent Acquisition Team on 1800 222 543 or via email.
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