Opportunities for Early Childhood Teachers

Overview

Opportunities for Early Childhood Teachers – Teacher (School Education Act General Agreement) at the Department of Education, Western Australia.

Teacher, $85,610 - $124,016 per annum (SEA GA 2023).

Western Australia is a great place to live, and teach. Our public schools are all across our vast state, offering you opportunities to live and teach in incredible locations.

Our purpose is clear: every student, every classroom, every day. Come and join us.

The Department of Education is seeking applications for early childhood teachers to fill vacancies across Western Australia. Opportunities are for a full-time contract including living and working in the Goldfields DAMA region.

Teaching in Western Australian public schools comes with great benefits. You can expect:

• a great salary – and we will consider your prior teaching experience when determining your commencement salary
• attractive allowances for teaching in certain locations
• 11 percent employer contributions to superannuation
• 12 weeks' vacation leave (school holidays)
• more than 20 days of other leave, including sick leave and carers' leave
• subsidised accommodation where applicable
• free relocation to your new location, for permanent contracts or those of one school year or more.

An individual assessment of merit will be conducted for each position that appears within the scope of this opportunity.

Why work in one of our regional areas?

Western Australia is a large and diverse state from white sandy beaches, vineyards and forests in the south, tropical climate in the north to the arid red dirt of the outback. The variety of landscapes makes it the ideal location to explore and experience the relaxed outdoors Australian lifestyle.

Many of our teachers have taught in regional areas, and reflect on their time as one of the most enjoyable and beneficial parts of their career - both professionally and personally. They tell us about the sense of community, the enhanced opportunities for career growth, and - most of all - they tell us about the children and young people they have worked with.

Cultural awareness and understanding is particularly important for teachers in regional areas. The Aboriginal Cultural Standards Framework guides staff to incorporate culturally responsive practices and approaches when working with Aboriginal students, their families, and communities.

Students in rural communities are open, friendly and active. These characteristics are reflected in the dynamic and vibrant classroom environments found in regional and rural schools. Strong parent-teacher relationships and supportive school environments are a feature of these schools and complement proactive approaches to managing student behaviour.

Teachers find joining local sporting clubs and participating in community events enhances their relationship with both students and parents. Teachers in rural schools report a high level of job satisfaction, enjoying the strong personal relationships they establish with students and parents and appreciative of the recognition they receive in the community.

You can find out more about the financial incentives for specific locations, using our benefits calculator here.

Who we are looking for

To teach in a Western Australian public school, you must have a recognised, completed initial teacher education qualification. This may be a completed Bachelor of Education, or equivalent; or an undergraduate degree and a post-graduate teaching qualification.

Eligibility and training

• provide evidence of eligibility to work in Australia for the term of the vacancy
• obtain a current Department of Education Criminal Record Clearance prior to commencement of employment; and
• obtain or hold a current Working with Children Check.
• meet the Department of Education Teacher Qualifications and Registration
• complete the Department's Aboriginal Cultural Appreciation course
• complete the Department's induction program within three months of commencement; and
• complete any training specific to this role required by Departmental policy.

More detail on the role of an early childhood teacher can be found below.

Teachers in their final year of study or who are in their first two years of teaching can apply to the Graduate Teacher Pool.

Job duties

The following outlines the main duties of the role of an early childhood teacher in Western Australia. These are broad guidelines only.

• planning and structuring learning in both indoor and outdoor environments using a variety of materials and equipment to facilitate students' development
• providing a variety of experiences and activities to develop motor skills, cooperative social skills, confidence and understanding
• promoting language development through storytelling, role play, songs, rhymes and informal discussions held individually and within groups
• observing students to evaluate progress and to detect signs of ill health, emotional disturbance and other disabilities; observing nutritional health, welfare and safety needs of students and identifying factors which may impede students' progress
• discussing students' progress with parents
• attending parent interviews, and staff and committee meetings
• participating in community and family support programs as appropriate
• supervising student teachers on placement

Our teachers undertake their duties in line with the School Education Act 1999.

The application process

All applications are submitted online. Select "Apply for Job", at either the top or bottom of this screen and follow the instructions on your screen.

Your application should include:

• A two (2) page statement addressing the domains that govern the Australian Professional Standards for Teachers, in context of the role and business needs of the school
• A CV of up to two (3) pages outlining your employment history and professional learning summary relevant to this position
• The contact details for two (2) work related referees who can attest to the claims made in your written application, preferably one being your current line manager.

To confirm your eligibility to teach, please also provide the following information:

• Identification (i.e. birth certificate, passport, change of name documentation – marriage certificate). Please note we do not accept driver's licences.
• Eligibility to work in Australia, including Australian or New Zealand citizenship or Australian work permit (i.e. citizenship papers, Australian work visa with date of entry - Visa Entitlement Verification Online (VEVO))
• Academic transcripts identifying your course of study, including copies of undergraduate degrees and any postgraduate qualifications (if applicable). Your transcripts must include:
  • university name
  • units completed
  • course completion or conferral date

It is recommended you have these documents completed and ready to attach before selecting "Apply for Job".

You are asked to complete an online application form and attach your documentation, please allow enough time to complete this process as applications cannot be accepted after the closing date and time.

After you have submitted your application online, you will receive an email confirming lodgement. If you do not receive a confirmation email, please telephone

If you are having difficulty submitting your online application, please telephone for assistance.

Administrative details

WORK TYPE: Permanent - Part Time, Permanent - Full Time, Fixed Term - Part Time, Fixed Term - Full Time

FTE:

CLOSING DATE: :30 PM

• Seniority level: Entry level
• Employment type: Contract
• Job function: Education and Training
• Industries: Primary and Secondary Education and Education

Location notes

• Perth, Western Australia, Australia
• Joondanna, Western Australia, Australia

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