Overview
Role : Early Childhood Teacher
Location : Gympie, Greater Sunshine Coast Region QLD 4570, home of the Gubbi Gubbi People
Centre : Goodstart Gympie
Employment Type : Full Time 38 hours per week
Pay : $47.28 - $66.09 per hour + Superannuation + Benefits
Are you ready to bring your knowledge and creativity to a place where you’ll be truly valued? Do you dream of shaping pedagogy and practice in your classroom? Are you passionate about crafting a curriculum that resonates with children’s needs, interests, and ideas? If so, we’d love to explore the amazing opportunities we have just for you.
Responsibilities
- Ignite a love of learning in children and guide their development with purposeful teaching practices.
- Build strong, meaningful relationships with families to ensure every child feels a sense of belonging and thrives.
- Mentor and inspire educational practices in your room and collaborate with the centre leadership team to develop, review, and implement high-quality early learning programs.
- Contribute to achieving outstanding outcomes for children through proactive collaboration and reflective practice.
About Goodstart Gympie
Our 70-place childcare centre offers spacious indoor and outdoor learning environments with a strong emphasis on natural elements. Located near the heart of town, the centre is well-staffed with Educators and provides ongoing support and professional development. We celebrate diverse cultures and support inclusivity, strengthening the connection between home and the centre. Fresh, seasonal menus are prepared on-site, accommodating allergies and dietary needs.
What Goodstart can offer you
- Competitive pay with a package comparable to state primary school teachers (Graduate Teacher starting salary around $80,000).
- Regular career development sessions and opportunities to connect with peers, mentors, and experienced teachers.
- Access to a dedicated Teachers’ Community through our Learning Portal with professional learning resources.
- Mentor support for teacher accreditation or registration processes (per local requirements).
- 50% discount off childcare gap fees and up to 6 weeks paid parental leave.
- Fitness access, wellbeing days, and optional extra leave for work-life balance.
- First Nations Support and Cultural Leave.
- Retail discounts on insurance, travel, and technology, uniform allowance, and employee referral program.
You’ll need
- Bachelor of Early Childhood or equivalent qualification (ACECQA approved).
- Current Queensland Working with Children Check (Blue Card) and First Aid qualification.
If you have prior experience as a Teacher in a school or early learning setting, or you are new to the profession, we invite you to connect with us. Our team welcomes teachers from all backgrounds and experiences.
How to apply
Click ‘Apply Now’ and submit your application. We review applications as they are submitted and encourage you to apply as soon as possible for the best chance to progress to the next stage.
Contact Kylie Pearson from our Talent Acquisition Team on or via email:
Goodstart is committed to reconciliation and encourages Aboriginal and/or Torres Strait Islander people to apply. For information and support email
Equal opportunity We are an equal opportunity employer with an inclusive and diverse work environment. We are committed to reconciliation and to ensuring Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander people feel a strong sense of belonging and connection. Safety is a priority and all candidates must have or obtain a valid working with children check.
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