Jacaranda Street Community Kindergarten – North Booval QLD
Jacaranda Street Community Kindergarten is a vibrant and inclusive early childhood education service committed to nurturing young minds and fostering a love of learning.
We pride ourselves on creating a warm, welcoming environment where children develop emotionally, socially, intellectually and physically.
Our dedicated team is passionate about providing quality education and care that supports each child's unique development journey.
We are guided by a philosophy that values community engagement, play-based learning and respect for cultural diversity.
About the role
We are seeking an experienced Early Childhood Teacher/Director to join our team at Jacaranda Street Community Kindergarten in North Booval, QLD ****.
This is a part-time position functioning as a 5 day fortnight, with allowances for out of service management responsibilities.
That offers the opportunity to make a meaningful impact on young children's lives whilst contributing to the leadership and direction of our service.
In this role, you will combine hands-on teaching responsibilities with leadership duties, supporting the development of our educational programmes and helping to guide our team's practice.
You will work collaboratively with educators, families and the broader community to ensure our kindergarten remains a place where children thrive and learn.
Key responsibilities
Plan, implement and evaluate age-appropriate learning experiences that promote children's development across all developmental domains




Provide direct care and education to children in the kindergarten, fostering their independence, confidence and social skills
Build strong relationships with children and families, communicating regularly about each child's progress, interests and developmental milestones
Contribute to the development and review of kindergarten policies, programmes and educational practices
Support and mentor other educators within the service, providing guidance and career development opportunities where appropriate
Maintain a safe, clean and stimulating learning environment that complies with all regulatory requirements and duty of care obligations
Collaborate with families and community partners to enhance learning opportunities and support holistic child development
Contribute to the leadership of the kindergarten, including participation in planning meetings and strategic discussions about service direction
Document and observe children's learning using various assessment strategies to inform programme planning
Ensure compliance with early childhood education and care legislation, including the National Quality Standard
What we're looking for
A qualification in Early Childhood Education and Care (such as a Diploma or Degree in Early Childhood Education)




Current Working With Children Check (Blue Card) for Queensland
Current First Aid and CPR certification
Demonstrated experience working in early childhood education settings
Strong knowledge of child development and play-based learning approaches
Excellent communication and interpersonal skills with the ability to build positive relationships with children, families and colleagues
Ability to lead and inspire others, with a collaborative and reflective approach to professional practice
Understanding of and commitment to the National Quality Standard and early childhood education frameworks
Experience with documentation and observation strategies such as learning stories and portfolios
Flexibility, reliability and a genuine passion for working with young children
Preferred: Experience in a leadership or co-ordinator role within an early childhood service
What we offer
We are committed to supporting the wellbeing and professional development of our team
We offer a collaborative and inclusive workplace culture where your contributions are valued and your ideas are heard
We provide opportunities for ongoing professional development and training to enhance your practice and career growth
We foster a supportive team environment where educators work together to create the best outcomes for children and families
Additionally, we celebrate the diversity of our community and encourage all staff to contribute their unique perspectives and strengths
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📌 Early Childhood Teacher/Director (Queensland)
🏢 Jacaranda Street Community Kindergarten
📍 Queensland