Lecturer – Early Childhood Education

Academic Teaching Staff – Early Childhood Education (UniSC Adelaide)

University of the Sunshine Coast (UniSC) has partnered with the Education Centre of Australia (ECA), opening a new campus in Adelaide in 2024, located at 182 Victoria Square. The campus offers a range of undergraduate and postgraduate degree programs for international students, with a new Early Childhood Education program commencing in mid-2026.

We are seeking to appoint suitably qualified and experienced individuals to teach new and current courses (subjects) in the:

• Bachelor of Education Studies (Early Childhood)

You will work closely with the Academic Lead- Early Childhood Education to ensure that all courses are delivered and assessed to the requirements of the University; and any external agencies/ professional bodies.

You will be employed by ECA as a casual academic employee (Lecturing/Tutoring level). All teaching staff are accountable to the UniSC Adelaide Academic Director and Principal, Professor Roberta Crouch.

Areas of Subject Expertise required for teaching in the following courses/ subjects in 2026 include:

• EDU101 Human Development and Learning
• EDU103 Teaching with Technology
• EDU109 Professional Experience: Play and Pedagogy in Early Learning
• EDU110 Engagement and Behaviour in Early Learning
• EDU115 Creative Expression and Play through the Arts
• EDU118 Foundations of Numeracy
• EDU119 English Language and Literacy

The sequence of courses (subjects) will vary across the degree program

Key responsibilities:

• Provide high-quality interactive teaching to students in accordance with UniSC curricula.
• Manage the UniSC LMS for delivery of specific courses (subjects/ units).
• Create and maintain an innovative learning environment for students to meet learning outcomes and satisfactorily complete their assessment tasks.
• Identify students who are ‘at risk’ of failing a unit and assist them via the appropriate referral to the Academic Lead- Early Childhood Education and the Learning Support Coordinator.
• Participate in staff meetings and professional development sessions.
• Provide ongoing student support both face to face and online through email and the UniSC LMS.
• Assure the quality of the assessment and examinations processes as directed by the Academic Lead- Early Childhood Education.
• Support the Academic Lead- Early Childhood Education when required through administrative requirements and completion of reports.
• Adhere to UniSC policies and procedures as instructed by the Academic Lead and the Academic Director and Principal, UniSC Adelaide.
• Ensure UniSC courses are offered in compliance with all legislative and quality requirements, particularly those prescribed by the ESOS Act.

As the successful candidate, you will have:

• Completion of a PhD or Master’s degree qualification in a relevant field or equivalent accreditation and standing.
• Registration or eligibility to gain registration with the South Australian Teacher Registration Board.
• Discipline knowledge in the field of Early Childhood Education
• Experience in teaching university level courses to international and domestic students.
• Demonstrated commitment to student learning, and providing a positive student experience across all academic activities
• Knowledge of the National Code of Practice (2018) for international students
• Excellent written and communication skills
• Commitment to Teamwork
• Membership of a relevant professional body and community groups is desirable.

In return we will offer you:

• A collaborative and supportive team environment
• An energetic culture that inspires and supports excellence in our employees
• Work/life balance
• Continuous support in your professional development
• Company-paid parental leave (14 weeks at 100% of current pay or 28 weeks at 50% of current pay)
• Employee assistance program with Uprise (6 session per year for staff and direct family members)
• Support through 25% on the full fees for courses offered by ECA as Staff Education Assistance
• Professional development programs 
• Wellbeing brands discounts
• Free access to LinkedIn Learning

EEO Statement

At ECA, we champion our organisational values which includes ‘Celebrate diversity and inclusion’, thus we strive to be a place of growth where everyone can continually thrive.

 

We welcome applications from candidates from all backgrounds including but not limited to Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander People, people living with a disability, women, people who identify as LGBTIQA+, and people from culturally and linguistically diverse backgrounds.

 

This position is open to all Australian Citizens, Permanent Residents and applicants who hold a current and valid Visa with full working rights in Australia.

How to apply

Applications (including a cover letter, CV, and any additional supporting documentation) can be submitted via the SEEK Apply button at the top of the page. Due to the expected high volume of responses only short-listed candidates will be contacted.

For further information on this role, to gain an insight into the team or if you need assistance/accommodation due to a disability please email Professor Roberta Crouch at rcrouch@usc.edu.au

Thank you for your interest in a position with the ECA Group at University of the Sunshine Coast, Adelaide Campus!