Teacher Early Childhood

About the Role

We are seeking to appoint a passionate and qualified Early Childhood Teacher to deliver a high-quality kindergarten program within our Early Learning Centre.

In this role you will design and implement engaging play-based and inquiry-led learning programs aligned with the Early Years Learning Framework (EYLF) Queensland Kindergarten Learning Guideline (QKLG) and National Quality Standard (NQS).

Working collaboratively with the Director Educational Leader and colleagues you will build strong relationships with children and families to support positive learning development and wellbeing outcomes.

You will contribute to a culture of continuous improvement reflective practice and high-quality educational delivery while ensuring a safe inclusive and nurturing environment for all children.

This role includes a strong commitment to child safety and wellbeing ensuring all practices align with the Colleges Child Safety and Wellbeing framework duty of care obligations and relevant legislative requirements.

Why work at Sheldon College

Sheldon College has proudly been named anEmployer of Choice in Education for 2025 - a testament to our commitment to creating a supportive rewarding and dynamic workplace. We believe thatPeople Make the Difference and we invest in our staff through industry-leading benefits that promote Financial Health and Wellbeing Social Family and Professional Growth.

Our benefits include:

• Above Award remuneration
• Salary Sacrifice and Superannuation Co-Contribution
• College-paid Parental Leave
• 24/7 Employee Assistance Program for staff and their families
• Corporate discounts including Health Insurance and Optometry
• Employee fee discounts at our on-site Early Learning Centre and Prep12 College
• Coffee & Cake Days each term with regular team BBQs and lunches
• Staffroom essentials: bread raisin toast condiments tea coffee milk
• Funded Professional Development with supported release time
• Subsidised Staff Study and Scholarship Program

Join a team where your contribution is valued your wellbeing is supported and your professional journey is nurtured.

About you

• Bachelor of Early Childhood Education (or ACECQA-approved equivalent)
• Current Queensland College of Teachers (QCT) registration
• Valid Blue Card and current First Aid CPR Asthma and Anaphylaxis qualifications
• Strong understanding of EYLF QKLG and NQS
• Demonstrated ability to design and deliver high-quality play-based and inquiry-led programs
• Strong communication and interpersonal skills with the ability to build positive relationships with children families and colleagues
• Ability to work collaboratively within a professional team environment
• A reflective flexible and child-centred approach to teaching
  

Desirable:

• Experience in a Reggio Emilia-inspired or inquiry-based environment
• Experience using digital platforms for documentation and communication
• Commitment to ongoing professional learning and development

Child Safety and Wellbeing

• Demonstrated understanding of child safety wellbeing and duty of care responsibilities
• Commitment to maintaining a safe inclusive and supportive environment for all students
• Ability to uphold and implement the Colleges Student Safety and Wellbeing policies
• Ability to apply a culturally sensitive and trauma-informed approach in all child wellbeing activities and child safety matters
• Completion of mandatory Child Protection training prior to undertaking duties

About Us

Sheldon Collegeis an independent co-educational non-denominational College situated in Redland City catering for students from 15 months of age through to Year 12. We provide a first-class curriculum in the academic sporting and cultural arenas with access to state-of-the-art classrooms laboratories resource centres and studios as well as cultural performing arts and sporting facilities.

Our staff are our most valuable investment. Every member of our team plays a key role in delivering excellence in education. We deliver on our commitment to provide outstanding education in a safe secure learning environment underpinned by our philosophy ofLove Laughter and Learning.