Employment Status: Full-time 
Eligibility: Australian Citizen or Permanent Resident
Start Date: Monday, 27 July 2026, Term 3

About Our ELC's 

Catholic Archdiocese of Canberra and Goulburn Education Limited (CACGEL) operates 56 schools acorss the ACT and NSW and nine Ealty Leaning Centres (ELCs) in the ACT.

CACGEL currently has vacancies across ELC Teacher Director vacancies at two centres:

1. Holy Spirit ELC , Nicholls; and
2. Holy Family ELC, Gowrie.

CACGEL is seeking expressions of interest from suitably qualified ELC Teacher Directors and may use this process to fill subsequent vacancies over the next two years.  Applicants interested in being considered for a position as ELC Teacher Director are encouraged to apply.

Holy Spirit ELC , Nicholls

Holy Spirit Early Learning Centre (ELC) aims to provide all children with a learning environment that is play-based, engaging, respectful, and developmentally appropriate. Based on the Australian National Early Years Learning Framework (EYLF) curriculum, each child is enabled to begin their journey of being lifelong learners and responsible global citizens. Rated 'Exceeding' against the National Quality Standards, the ELC offers a dedicated preschool program for 4-year-old children prior to entering Primary School.

Holy Family ELC, Gowrie

Holy Family Early Learning Centre (ELC) offers a nurturing, play-based program guided by the Early Years Learning Framework and inspired by Reggio Emilia principles. Serving children from nearby suburbs, the ELC focuses on developing each child’s identity, wellbeing, and learning through observation-led planning in thoughtfully designed indoor and outdoor spaces. Strong connections with families and Holy Family Primary School support smooth transitions and foster a welcoming community for early learners.

About the Role   

This position supports the implementation of the mission of Catholic education to provide high quality service and programs for children in the year before formal school. The ELC Teacher Director has leadership and overalll accountability of the operation of the ELC working collaboratively with the adjoining school's Principal to ensure smooth transition of pre-school children into the kindergarten cohort.

Key responsibilities

• Plan and implement high quality, responsive early learning programs including the Early Years Religious Education Curriculum, using sound knowledge of early childhood development and educational principles, to meet the needs of groups and individual children
• Lead employees to enhance and develop the knowledge, skills and understanding of the Early Years Learning Framework and NQS standards and provide every opportunity to achieve individually and as part of a high-performing team.

Benefits and Opportunities   

• Training in CACGEL's high-quality professional learning program, Catalyst  
• Access to curriculum resources that support evidence-based, high-impact teaching practice 
• 24 weeks of paid parental leave (maternity/adoption) 
• Up to 14 weeks of paid parental leave (paternity/non-initial primary carer leave) 
• Support for professional development and study opportunities 
• Access to the FLOURISH Wellbeing Program offering a range of benefits and offers, traditional counselling and holistic wellbeing services
• Opportunities to transfer to other schools within the Archdiocese across ACT and NSW to support lifestyle choices

Qualifications and Eligibility

• Bachelor of Teaching/Education or Master of Teaching
• ACT Working with Vulnerable People (WWVP) registration
• ACT Teacher Quality Institute (TQI) registration

Application Process   

Applicants are required to submit a current resume and a cover letter that addresses the selection criteria as outlined in the Position Description. This position involves working with children. Appointment is subject to satisfactory employment screening for child-related employment in accordance with CACGEL policy.

CACGEL is committed to workforce diversity and creating inclusive workplaces and welcomes applications from candidates of all diversity groups to support schools and early learning centres to deliver quality education outcomes for students and children.

For further information about the School please visit the websites for Gowrie or Nicholls. Information about the CACGEL can be accessed here.   

Position-specific queries can be directed to Michelle Parkes on 02 6234 5431 or via email michelle.parkes@cg.catholic.edu.au. 
Application queries can be directed to Recruitment Team on  02 6234 5427 or via email recruitment@cg.catholic.edu.au.