About the role
A rare opportunity has risen for an experienced and dedicated Early Childhood Teacher to join our team at Mitchelton Pre-Schooling Centre (MPC). Commencing in Term 1, 2026 in our Unit 1-3 day group Monday, Tuesday and Wednesday (37.5 hours per fortnight). The role is for a first-term contract position with the vision of extending the contract for the remainder of the 2026 year (with the potential for permanency). Employment will be as per the MPC Early Childhood Education Enterprise Agreement 2024.

What we're looking for

Bachelor of Early Childhood Education or equivalent with ACECQA approval

Current Queensland Teachers Registration

Current Working with Children Check or Exemption card for registered Teachers

Current First Aid certificate with Asthma and Anaphylaxis training

Current Child Protection training

Passion for child-centred, play-based learning

Excellent communication and interpersonal skills

Demonstrated commitment to ongoing professional development

Key Criteria

View children as active and capable partners in their learning experience and have the ability to plan responsively, collaboratively and authentically,

Support children, families, management committee and staff members to develop a sense of belonging and place at MPC through meaningful connections and relationships,

Strong understanding of the ‘Code of Ethics’ Early Childhood Australia,

Commitment to Child Protection and Safety,

An understanding of the National Quality Framework v2.0 and Queensland Kindergarten Learning Guidelines,

An understanding of ‘Play’ and in its importance to children’s learning,

Value and support collegial partnerships,

Commitment to open and effective communication with children, parents, management committee and colleagues,

A growth mind-set and commitment to professional development and team collaboration,

Commitment to sustainability, diversity and inclusion.

About us
The successful applicant would be joining a long-standing, collaborative, energetic and supportive team who are committed to learning for all. Mentoring is a feature of MPC workculture and our highly experienced teachers and educators are willing to share, listen and learn from each other.

If you are keen to join our community-based centre please forward your resume, including details of your qualifications, experience and strengths to - President at Mitchelton Pre-Schooling Centre, via email to: [email protected]. Requests for the Position Description can also be emailed to this email address.

Applications close on Friday 15th August 2025

We provide a safe, respectful learning environment in which children play, and where individual differences and connections are supported. More information about our kindergarten programs can be accessed at www.mpc.net.au