Mother Teresa Primary School, Harrison · Australian Capital Territory
Early Learning Centre Teacher
Early learningKindergarten / ELC / Early Childhood
Mother Teresa Early Learning Centre in Harrison, Canberra, is seeking a part-time ELC Teacher to teach preschool children and prepare them for school. This 12-month, 45.6-hours-per-fortnight contract starts 25 January 2027 and covers leave or secondment. Applicants need an approved early childhood qualification, ACT TQI registration and WWVP clearance; salary is $85,694–$141,638 FTE plus superannuation.
- Preschool teaching in an ELC setting
- 45.6 hours per fortnight
- Starts 25 January 2027
- ACT TQI and WWVP required
Closes in 4 days
Applications close 8 Nov 2026.
Read the full listing and applyOpens Teachers On Net, where the school takes applications.
About the role
The ELC Teacher provides education and school-readiness programmes for preschool children. This is a part-time, 12-month contract of 45.6 hours per fortnight, starting 25 January 2027, to cover an employee's leave or secondment. The full-time equivalent salary is $85,694 to $141,638, based on teaching service.
What they’re looking for
- Early childhood or combined early childhood and primary qualification
- Current ACT Working with Vulnerable People clearance
- ACT Teacher Quality Institute registration
- Accreditation for teaching in Catholic education
- Australian citizenship or permanent residency
About the school
Mother Teresa School is a Catholic early learning to Year 6 school in Canberra's Gungahlin region, serving a diverse local community. It has purpose-built learning spaces, a collaborative staff culture, a focus on wellbeing and literacy, and an evidence-based approach to teaching.
How to apply
Submit a current resume and cover letter addressing the selection criteria in the position description. Send role questions to the position contact and application questions to the recruitment team; applications close 8 November 2026.
Written by Teachroles from the school’s listing. AI can make mistakes; check the original before you apply.
The role
- Sector
- Early learning
- Role
- Kindergarten / ELC / Early Childhood
- Hours
- part time
- Tenure
- fixed term
- Listed
- 22 Oct 2026
In the school’s words
“Salary Range: $85,694 to $141,638 full-time equivalent plus superannuation. Salary is determined based on years of teaching service. Employment Status: Part-time | 45.6 hours per fortnight | 12-month contract Eligibility: Australian Citizen or Permanent Resident Start Date: Monday, 25 January…”
The school
- Address
- 40 Wimmera St , Harrison, ACT