Early Childhood Teacher | Educational Leader Opportunity

Shailer Road Community Kindergarten – Shailer Park QLD Shailer Road Community Kindergarten is seeking a passionate and experienced

Early Childhood Teacher

to join our established teaching team from

18 January 2027 . This is a permanent part-time position leading our

Monday–Wednesday kindergarten group of 22 children . The position is rostered

8.30am–2.45pm Monday to Wednesday , comprising

5 hours of child contact and 1.25 hours of paid non-contact time each day . We are particularly interested in finding an ECT who is excited by the opportunity to also take on the role of

Educational Leader across our service . This position attracts additional paid release time and an additional allowance in accordance with our Enterprise Agreement. We're looking for someone who believes deeply in play, relationships, child voice, and responsive curriculum — an educator who enjoys thinking about pedagogy, values professional reflection, and wants the prospect to contribute not only to their own kindergarten group, but to educational practice across the service. About the role

Shailer Road Community Kindergarten is seeking a passionate and experienced

Early Childhood Teacher

to join our established teaching team from

18 January 2027 . This is a permanent part-time position leading our

Monday–Wednesday kindergarten group of 22 children . The position is rostered

8.30am–2.45pm Monday to Wednesday , comprising

5 hours of child contact and 1.25 hours of paid non-contact time each day . We are particularly interested in finding an ECT who is excited by the opportunity to also take on the role of

Educational Leader across our service . This position attracts additional paid release time and an additional allowance in accordance with our Enterprise Agreement. We're looking for someone who believes deeply in play, relationships, child voice, and responsive curriculum — an educator who enjoys thinking about pedagogy, values professional reflection, and wants the opportunity to contribute not only to their own kindergarten group, but to educational practice across the service. Key responsibilities

As the Early Childhood Teacher, you will: Lead the planning, implementation, and evaluation of a high-quality, play-based and emergent kindergarten program

Develop curriculum that reflects children's voices, strengths, cultures, interests and agency

Use intentional teaching and reflective practice to extend children's learning

Create safe, inclusive and engaging learning environments where all children can participate meaningfully





Lead and collaborate with experienced Assistant Educators within the teaching team

Build strong, respectful partnerships with children and families

Support children's wellbeing, co-regulation, self-regulation, and sense of belonging

Lead inclusive practice and collaborate with families, allied health professionals, and external support services where required

Maintain high standards of curriculum documentation, assessment, and evaluation aligned with the EYLF and QKLG

Contribute to our Quality Improvement Plan, professional discussions, and continuous improvement across the service

Actively contribute to a strong child-safe culture and uphold all child protection, regulatory, and professional responsibilities

For the successful applicant appointed as Educational Leader, the role provides an opportunity to influence curriculum and pedagogy across the service, support reflective practice, and mentor and collaborate with our experienced teaching team. The Educational Leader works closely with our non-contact Director, providing dedicated leadership support and opportunities to collaborate on continuous improvement across the service. About you

We're looking for an educator who brings strong early childhood knowledge alongside warmth, curiosity, professionalism, and a genuine love of teaching kindergarten-aged children. You will have: A

Bachelor of Early Childhood Education or ACECQA-approved equivalent qualification

Current registration with the

Queensland College of Teachers , or eligibility to obtain registration

A current

Blue Card/Exemption Card

Current First Aid, CPR, Asthma, and Anaphylaxis qualifications, or willingness to obtain these prior to commencement

Strong knowledge of the

Early Years Learning Framework (EYLF), Queensland Kindergarten Learning Guideline (QKLG), National Quality Framework (NQF), and National Quality Standard (NQS)

Strong communication and relationship-building skills with children, families, and colleagues

A commitment to inclusive, culturally responsive, and child-safe practice

The ability to lead, collaborate with, and mentor other educators

Strong organisational skills and a commitment to ongoing professional reflection and learning

Previous kindergarten teaching experience is highly regarded. Experience as an

Educational Leader , or in curriculum leadership,



mentoring or pedagogical leadership, will also be highly regarded. About us

Shailer Road Community Kindergarten is a

community-owned, not-for-profit kindergarten proudly affiliated with C&K; , located in Shailer Park. We are a well-established, two-unit sessional kindergarten with a long history in our local community and an experienced teaching team with

very low staff turnover . Our approach to early childhood education is grounded in relationships, play, child voice, inclusion, and responsive curriculum. We see children as capable, competent, and active participants in their own learning and value educators who are thoughtful, curious, and intentional in their practice. We also believe educators do their best work when they are

trusted, supported, and given the time to do their job well . Our non-contact Director works alongside our teaching team, providing accessible leadership and support while respecting educators' qualified autonomy. Collaboration, professional dialogue, and reflective practice are an important part of our culture, and we value the individual knowledge, experience, and strengths each educator brings to our team. What we offer

Above Award wages – $40–$60 per hour , commensurate with qualifications and experience

Permanent, consistent

Monday–Wednesday

position

5 hours child contact + 1.25 hours paid non-contact time every teaching day

A kindergarten group of

22 children

Chance for appointment as Educational Leader , with additional paid release time and allowance, supported by a non-contact Director

Paid recess leave

during Queensland State School holiday periods

Paid annual leave

over the Christmas closure

An established, experienced, and collaborative team with

low staff turnover

Ongoing professional development

Professional autonomy and genuine opportunity to contribute to curriculum and pedagogy

A supportive, community-focused working environment

Shailer Road Community Kindergarten is committed to providing a safe and inclusive environment for all children. Child safety and wellbeing are embedded in our culture, practices and decision-making, and all employees are expected to actively contribute to maintaining a strong child-safe culture. We welcome applications from Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander peoples and people from culturally and linguistically diverse backgrounds. Only applicants considered suitable for the position will be contacted. Applications will be considered as they are received, and Shailer Road Community Kindergarten reserves the right to appoint once a suitable applicant is identified.

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📌 Early Childhood Teacher | Educational Leader Opportunity (Brisbane)
🏢 Shailer Road Community Kindergarten
📍 Brisbane