Overview
Role
: Early Childhood Teacher
Location
: Gold Coast
Centre
: Goodstart Gaven - Pacific Pines
Employment Type
: Full Time, Fixed Term (Until June ****)
Pay
: $*****- $***** per hour + Super
Responsibilities
As an Early Childhood Teacher at Goodstart, you'll ignite a love of learning in children, guiding their development with purposeful and energetic teaching practices. You'll build strong, meaningful relationships with families, ensuring every child feels a sense of belonging and is supported to thrive. You'll mentor and inspire educational practices in your room, collaborating with the centre leadership team to develop, review, and implement high-quality early learning programs, achieving outstanding outcomes for children.
You'll also contribute to shaping pedagogy and practice in your classroom and bring your knowledge and creativity to a place where you'll be truly valued.
What Goodstart Can Offer You
Competitive pay - you'll get paid well above award and a package comparable to state primary school teachers (Graduate Teacher starting salary is $80,000)
Regular professional development sessions including workshops and Professional Online Discussions aligned to your career stage and connecting you with peers, mentors, and more experienced teachers
Access to a dedicated Teachers' Community through our Learning Portal with a comprehensive library of professional learning resources
A mentor to support you through your teacher accreditation or registration process (in states where this is mandated)
50% discount off childcare gap fees and up to 6 weeks paid parental leave
Fitness Passport – access to gyms and pools for you and your family at a discounted price
Two wellbeing days included in your personal leave per year
Free annual flu shot (optional)
Option to purchase extra leave for better 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 QLD Working with Children Check and First Aid qualification
Queensland – Registration voluntary if eligible, not required
How To Apply
Click 'Apply Now' and submit your application. We review applications as they are submitted and encourage you to apply early for the best chance to progress. We strongly encourage applications from Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander peoples for all positions.
Have a question? Contact our Talent Acquisition Team on or via email on
About Our People and Safety
We're an equal opportunity employer with an inclusive and diverse work environment. We're committed to reconciliation and creating a sense of belonging for Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander People. Safety is our priority; all candidates must have or obtain a valid Working with Children check to safeguard children from abuse, neglect, and harm.
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