Dala Yooro Kindergarten is seeking enthusiastic
and dedicated Casual Teachers to join our team in 2026.
As an exceeding-rated
service, we provide a warm, inclusive, and culturally rich environment where children
feel safe, valued, and supported to thrive. We are looking for passionate
teachers who are committed to high-quality learning and who embrace and celebrate
Aboriginal culture, perspectives, and ways of learning as part of everyday
practice.
As a Casual Teacher,
you will work alongside a supportive team, contribute to children’s learning
and development, and make a meaningful difference.
Organisational
Profile
GEGAC is
an Aboriginal Community Controlled Organisation based in Bairnsdale Victoria.
Consisting of about 200 staff, GEGAC is a Not-for-Profit organisation that
delivers holistic services in the areas of Primary Health, Social Services,
Elders & Disability and Early Childhood Education.
GEGAC
advocates for the self-determination of the Aboriginal community by
prioritising services that enhance social, emotional, and spiritual wellbeing,
with culture at the heart of everything we do.
Position
Purpose
The Casual
Early Childhood Teacher plays an important role in ensuring children and
families continue to receive high-quality, culturally safe, inclusive and
responsive kindergarten experiences when regular teaching staff are
unavailable. Through the delivery of engaging play-based learning programs, the
position supports children’s learning, wellbeing, cultural identity and
development while contributing to GEGAC’s commitment to strengthening
Aboriginal children, families and communities.
The Casual
Early Childhood Teacher promotes a safe, inclusive and culturally responsive
environment that respects and values diversity, including people of all sexual
orientations, gender identities and intersex variations. The position provides
educational leadership within the kindergarten room, supports positive outcomes
for children and families, and maintain compliance with all relevant
legislative, regulatory and organisational requirements.
Key
Selection Criteria
·Demonstrated understanding of and commitment
to Aboriginal culture and the ability to work respectfully with Aboriginal
children, families and communities.
·Demonstrated experience delivering
high-quality early childhood education programs.
·Sound understanding of the EYLF,
VEYLDF, National Quality Framework and Child Safe Standards.
·Ability to build positive relationships
with children, families, staff and community members.
·Demonstrated effective written and
verbal communication skills, strong organisational and time management abilities,
and proficiency in the use of Microsoft Office applications and electronic
documentation systems.
Qualifications
and Registrations Requirement (Essential or Desirable).
·Approved Early Childhood Teaching
qualification recognised by ACECQA and the Education and Care Services National
Law ESSENTIAL
·Current Victorian Institute of Teaching (VIT)
registration, or eligibility to obtain and maintain registration throughout
employment ESSENTIAL
·A satisfactory Working with Children
Check and Fit2Work Police Check ESSENTIAL
·A person of Aboriginal and or Torres Strait Islander
background DESIRABLE
·Proof of COVID-19 vaccinated to align with GEGAC
requirements ESSENTIAL
How to
apply for this job
A copy
of the position description can be obtained by copying and pasting this URL
into your browser: https://gegac.org.au/wp-content/uploads/2026/06/2026-Casual-Teacher-PD-updated-11.6.2026-signed-LC.pdf
A copy of the position description can also be
obtained by emailing HR@gegac.org.au.
Applicants must address the key selection criteria
for shortlisting.
Any applications that have not addressed the key
selection criteria will not be considered during the shortlisting process.
Applications can also be emailed to HR@gegac.org.au
This position will remain open until
filled. Applications may close at any time without notice. To avoid
disappointment or missing out, prospective applicants are strongly encouraged
to apply without delay.”
A valid Working with Children Check and Police
check is mandatory to work in this organisation.
“this advertisement is pursuant to the
‘special measures’ provision at section 8 of the Racial Discrimination Act 1975
(Cth)”.
