Early Childhood Teacher

Goodstart Indooroopilly – Witton Road, QLD (located on the traditional lands of the Yuggera & Turrbal Peoples)

Part-Time | 30 Hours Per Week

Parental Leave Contract until July 2027

Up to $71.79 per hour + Super + Benefits

Inspire young minds. Shape futures. Grow your teaching career.

At Goodstart, we're passionate about giving every child the very best start in life—and supporting our teachers to do the same. With competitive pay of up to $71.79 per hour plus Super , access to ongoing professional development, and opportunities to shape high-quality learning experiences, this is more than a teaching role—it's a rewarding opportunity to make a lasting impact every day.

This part-time (30 hours per week) parental leave contract through to July 2027 offers the chance to join a supportive team, build meaningful relationships with children and families, and contribute to a high-quality Kindergarten program while growing your teaching career.

Whether you're an experienced Early Childhood Teacher or a graduate ready to begin your journey, you'll be valued for your expertise, supported by a collaborative leadership team, and empowered to make a real difference in the lives of children and families.

Currently studying? Eligible educators may access scholarships of up to $25,000 through the Queensland Qualifications Pathways Program while completing an ACECQA-approved Bachelor degree.

Get 50% off your childcare gap fees

About the role

As an Early Childhood Teacher at Goodstart Indooroopilly – Witton Road, you'll ignite a love of learning through purposeful, engaging teaching practices that inspire curiosity and confidence.

You'll build strong relationships with children and families, creating a sense of belonging where every child feels valued, supported, and able to thrive. Working closely with our centre leadership team, you'll lead educational programs, mentor best practice, and help deliver exceptional outcomes for our children.

In this role, you'll:

Deliver an engaging Kindergarten program that supports children's learning and development

Build strong, meaningful partnerships with children and families

Create inspiring learning environments that reflect children's interests and strengths

Collaborate with centre leadership to drive quality educational outcomes

Mentor and model best-practice teaching within the centre

About Goodstart Indooroopilly – Witton Road

Well-established and welcoming early learning centre

Supportive and collaborative leadership team

Strong focus on high-quality educational programs and school readiness

Inclusive centre culture where children, families, and educators feel a sense of belonging

Engaging indoor and outdoor learning environments designed to inspire curiosity and exploration

Convenient location within Indooroopilly, close to local schools, shops, public transport, and community amenities

Diverse and welcoming team committed to creating meaningful outcomes for children and families

Why you'll love working with Goodstart

Earn up to $71.79 per hour + Super

Competitive salary package comparable to state primary school teachers

Regular professional development, workshops and online discussions aligned to your career stage

Access to our dedicated Teachers' Community and professional learning resources

Dedicated mentoring and support for teacher accreditation and registration

50% childcare discount plus up to 6 weeks paid parental leave

Fitness Passport – discounted access to gyms and pools for you and your family

Two wellbeing days included in your personal leave each year

Free annual flu shot (optional)

️ Option to purchase additional leave for greater work-life balance

First Nations Support and Cultural Leave

Retail discounts on travel, technology and insurance

Uniform allowance and employee referral program

What you'll bring

Bachelor or Master of Early Childhood Education (ACECQA approved)

Current QLD Working with Children Check

Current First Aid qualification

Certificate of Completion for the National Child Safety Foundation Training, completed via the Geccko platform

Passion for providing high-quality educational experiences that support every child's learning and development

Queensland teacher registration is voluntary if eligible and is not required for this position.

Whether you're experienced or just getting started, we'd love to meet you

If you've worked as a Teacher in a school or early learning setting—or you're preparing for your first teaching role—we welcome your application. At Goodstart, we value diverse experiences, perspectives, and career pathways.

Ready to join our team?

Click 'Apply Now' to submit your application and take the next step in your teaching career.

We're reviewing applications as they are received, so don't wait—apply today for the best opportunity to progress through our recruitment process.

Want to know more?

I'd love to chat about the role and what makes Goodstart such a rewarding place to work.

Jessica Ambury, Talent Acquisition Partner

07 3918 2019

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At Goodstart we are deeply committed to Reconciliation and encourage Aboriginal and/or Torres Strait Islander people to apply . For further information and support email [email protected]

Supporting our people and protecting our children

We’re an equal opportunity employer that is proud of our inclusive and diverse work environment. We know that Goodstarters from diverse cultures, backgrounds and experiences strengthen our teams and help us grow. We’re also deeply committed to Reconciliation and creating an environment where Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander People feel a strong sense of belonging and connection.

Safety is our priority and we will take any action necessary to ensure that all children can feel safe and be safe, and are safeguarded from abuse, neglect and harm. As a Child Safe Organisation, all of our candidates must have or obtain a valid working with children check along with Certificate of Completion for the National Child Safety Foundation Training, completed via Geccko platform.

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