temporary teacher

Position Descriptor:

Preschool Teacher | Clare Valley Children's Centre

When you work with the Department for Education, you join a community of more than 30,000 remarkable people - each one driven to help children thrive and reach their potential. We work with shared purpose and welcome your unique perspective, because it's the diversity of thought and experience that makes us strong.

At Clare Valley Children's Centre, relationships are at the heart of everything we do. As an integrated early years' service, we offer a Department for Education preschool, community-based long day care, and a range of family support programs. Our philosophy is grounded in high expectations for every child, respect for each family, and a belief that children learn best in safe, nurturing, play-based environments. Together, our educators share one Quality Improvement journey and collective responsibility for all children in our care.

We are seeking a passionate early childhood teacher to join our preschool team from Term 1, month contract, Monday to Friday, 8:30am-3:45pm). HAT or Lead teacher strongly considered for the position.

Why choose us?

• Be part of a collaborative, reflective team where children's voices, family partnerships and educator wellbeing are highly valued.

• Work in an integrated early years environment, strengthening continuity of learning and care across preschool and long day care.

• Experience the joy of working in a welcoming community setting where strong relationships and a culture of belonging are central.

• Grow your practice through ongoing professional learning, reflective conversations, and mentoring.

• Live and work in the beautiful Clare Valley, a close-knit regional community surrounded by vineyards, nature and outdoor adventure.

What you will do

• Design and deliver engaging, inclusive preschool programs that reflect the Early Years Learning Framework and our site's philosophy.

• Build trusting, respectful relationships with children, families a

Please note that part time and flexible arrangements will be considered.

Site:

Clare Valley Children's Centre

Local Partnership:

Mid North Clare

Tenure:

22/01/2026 to 21/01/2027

Fraction of time:

1.0

Level of Schooling:

Preschool (CPC/Kgtn)

Conditions:

$82,496 - $119,647 per annum FTE / Teacher Conditions

School Website:

Eligibility and Application Instructions

We value a diverse range of backgrounds and experiences and encourage all suitable applicants to apply. If you need adjustments during the recruitment process, please let us know.