Join our vibrant ELC team to inspire our youngest learners About Us At Kingswood College, we embolden hearts and inspire minds. Established in 1890, we are a co-educational Kindergarten to Year 12 college that prioritises respect, kindness, courage, perseverance, and excellence in our school culture. Our students are at the heart of everything we do, guiding us in our commitment to fostering an educational environment that celebrates each individual’s potential. The Opportunity We are seeking a passionate and committed Early Learning Centre Teacher to join our exceptional team at Kingswood College. This permanent role (FTE 0.53) will see you in the classroom leading our 2-day program on Thursdays and Fridays for 44 weeks of the year, with planning hours allocated on Mondays. This is a fantastic opportunity for an excellent teacher who is committed to delivering an early childhood education program of the highest quality, on a part time basis. As an ELC Teacher at Kingswood College, you will contribute to a nurturing, inclusive and engaging environment that fosters a love of learning and supports the development of our youngest learners. You will implement developmentally appropriate programs aligned with the National Quality Framework and the Victorian Early Years Learning and Development Framework. Key Responsibilities Deliver engaging and inclusive learning experiences that support children’s wellbeing and development Build warm, respectful relationships with children and families Support compliance with all relevant frameworks and early childhood regulations Promote a safe, child-centred environment aligned with the College’s values and commitment to child safety Collaborate with a dedicated team of early childhood professionals Contribute to a calm, purposeful, and joyful learning atmosphere Successful applicants will: Hold a Bachelor of Early Childhood Education or equivalent Be registered with the Victorian Institute of Teaching (VIT) Have at least 3 years of classroom teaching experience Demonstrate a sound understanding of early childhood pedagogy and curriculum Hold current First Aid qualifications including HLTAID012, CPR, and anaphylaxis management Be passionate about working with young children and committed to their growth and wellbeing Pose excellent communication and organisational skills Work effectively both independently and within a collaborative team Our Benefits A welcoming, collegial and high-performing team culture within our ELC A values-aligned work environment committed to child safety and wellbeing Ongoing professional support and connection to a broader College community Employee Assistance Program and engaging social club 8 weeks of annual leave, salary rates aligned with our EA Please apply as soon as possible as applicants will be shortlisted upon submission. Shortlisted applicants will be contacted for an interview. Enquiries: careers@kingswoodcollege.vic.edu.au Kingswood College is committed to child safety. We have zero tolerance for child abuse and implement appropriate recruitment and vetting practices. Applicants will need to provide evidence of VIT registration or an Employment Working With Children Check prior to the commencement of their employment. Reference checks will be completed as part of the employment process. Applicants should become familiar with our child safe practices as described in our Child Safe Policy and Code of Conduct, available on the Kingswood College website.
