Applications Close: Friday, 10 October 2025 at 5:00pm

The Opportunity

We have an exciting opportunity for an Early Childhood Teacher to join the Preschool team at St Joseph’s School Hectorville, commencing 21 January 2026! Here's your chance to play a pivotal role in shaping the future. As a full-time member of our permanent teaching team, you'll be at the forefront of education, creating an inspiring and inclusive environment where students thrive academically and personally.

Key Responsibilities

Our Early Childhood Teachers in Preschool provide young children with a strong foundation for learning and development of their social and emotional skills in accordance with the Early Years Learning Framework. You will:

Provide different experiences that develop social connections, cooperation and motor skills

Promote language development through storytelling, song and informal discussions

Modify the learning environment to support child development

About You

Current Teacher Registration in South Australia & Bachelor or Master of Teaching in Early Childhood Education

Demonstrated knowledge and understanding of the National Quality Standards for Early Childhood Education and Care and the Early Years Learning Framework

Demonstrated expertise in planning and implementing intentional, play-based learning experiences that cater for diverse developmental needs and interests.

Ability to use a continuous cycle of observation and reflection to document children’s learning

Familiarity with the Reggio Emilia Approach and the ability to bring its principles to life

Ability to demonstrate a commitment to teamwork as well as excellent communication and interpersonal skills when working with families, children and staff members

About Us

When you step into our school, there’s an immediate feeling of warmth, comfort and confidence. At St Joseph’s School Hectorville, we connect with our children and their families as we continually work to develop and strengthen our education community.

Our focus is to ignite all children's passion for learning while we embrace diversity, inclusivity and creativity.

Application Requirements

Cover letter outlining your motivation for applying and what you hope to contribute to the school community

Response to the criteria listed in the About You section of this advertisement

Resume including the names and contact details of two current referees

CESA Employment Declaration

Visit Positions Vacant on the Catholic Education South Australia website for CESA Employment Declaration form and Position Description.

https://www.cesa.catholic.edu.au/working-with-us/positions-vacant

Direct Applications to: The Principal

Attention of: Ms Liz Thomas

Email: [email protected]

Phone: 08 8115 7700