Early Years Teacher

Seymour College · Glen Osmond, SA

Employment

Part time, Permanent

Subject

General Teaching

Sector

Independent

Teaching level

Early childhood

Closing date

14 September 2026

5 days left

Posted 7 Sep 2026

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About Seymour College

Year range

R-12

School staff (FTE)

118.7

66.3 teaching · 52.4 non-teaching

Students per teacher

10.8:1

teaching FTE basis

Total enrolments

715

Indigenous students

2%

Language other than English

14%

Girls vs boys

715 girls · boys

100%

Socio-educational background

Well above the Australian average

More disadvantage Average More advantage

Source: ACARA My School data

Role description

Working collaboratively with colleagues, families and the wider College community, the successful candidate will provide engaging, play-based learning experiences that support the holistic development of young learners. Our Early Years program is grounded in contemporary best practice, including the Early Years Learning Framework, Reggio Emilia principles and a strong commitment to student wellbeing.

Key responsibilities include:

  • Planning and delivering high-quality teaching and learning programs for children in the Early Years.
  • Creating safe, nurturing and engaging learning environments.
  • Supporting children's academic, social and emotional development.
  • Monitoring, assessing and reporting on children's progress and development.
  • Building positive partnerships with families and caregivers.
  • Collaborating with teachers, co-educators and leaders to enhance learning outcomes.
  • Contributing to the wider life of the College through meetings, events and community engagement.
  • Upholding child safety, wellbeing and inclusive education practices.

About you:

The successful applicant will demonstrate:

  • A Bachelor of Education (Early Childhood Education) or equivalent qualification.
  • Current Teacher Registration with the Teachers Registration Board of South Australia.
  • Knowledge of the Early Years Learning Framework (EYLF), National Quality Standards and contemporary Early Childhood pedagogy.
  • Experience in, or a strong commitment to, play-based and inquiry-based learning.
  • Excellent communication and relationship-building skills.
  • A collaborative approach and commitment to continuous professional …

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