<p><strong>ABOUT THE POSITION</strong></p> <p>The Pre-school Visual Arts Teacher is responsible for the planning, delivery and evaluation of a high-quality visual arts program for Pre-school students. Through engaging, developmentally appropriate learning experiences, you foster children’s imagination, artistic confidence and creative thinking while contributing to a positive, inclusive and child-centred learning environment.</p> <p>This 0.6 FTE position works collaboratively with classroom teaching teams to integrate visual arts into inquiry, document student growth and curate exhibitions that celebrate children’s creativity.</p> <p><strong>ABOUT YOU</strong></p> <p>You are a progressive, globally minded, enthusiastic and dedicated Visual Arts Teacher, with the ability to inspire students in their love of learning and in the pursuit of excellence.</p> <p>Capable of working collaboratively within a team to plan and deliver high quality teaching and learning programmes, and possessing an exemplary understanding of best practice, you sustain a deep commitment to implement rigorous, highly differentiated programmes in a pre-school setting.</p> <p>You are an excellent communicator, creative, and able to work well with students, parents and other teachers. You are committed to continual professional development and reflection and have a genuine interest in the growth of young people.</p> <p><strong>SELECTION CRITERIA</strong></p> <ul> <li>A minimum of two years’ experience working as an early childhood educator</li> <li>Experience in additional needs and inclusion support will be highly regarded</li> <li>Experience in digital documentation and journals</li> <li>Excellent listening, written and verbal communication skills</li> <li>Familiarity with the Education and Care Services National Law, the Education and Care Services National Regulations, National Quality Framework, and the Early Years Learning Framework</li> <li>A level of mobility that supports the ability to respond to a first aid / behavioural incident</li> <li>Strong physical, mental and emotional health to deal with the required demands and responsibilities of the role</li> <li>Current First Aid and CPR qualifications</li> <li>A firm commitment to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children</li> <li>A demonstrated understanding of child safety and appropriate behaviours when engaging with children</li> </ul> <p>Experience with the International Baccalaureate Primary Years Programme would be advantageous.</p> <p><strong>CLOSING DATE: Monday, 13 July 2026</strong></p> <p><strong>HOW TO APPLY</strong></p> <p>Applications should include a resume and a cover letter addressing the selection criteria and reasons for your interest in the position. Applications should be submitted via email to <a href="mailto:recruitment@cranbrook.nsw.edu.au?subject=Visual%20Arts%20Teacher%20%280.6%20FTE%29%20position%20%28via%20Teachers%20On%20Net%29" rel="nofollow"><strong>recruitment@cranbrook.nsw.edu.au</strong></a>. Details of at least three referees will be requested from the successful applicant.</p> <p><strong>ABOUT CRANBROOK SCHOOL</strong></p> <p>Cranbrook is an Anglican, independent day and boarding school, Pre-school to Year 12.&nbsp;</p> <p>Our vision is to be a world class school which encourages and enables all of our students to explore, enjoy and fulfil their potential. We lead our students to discover and make the most of their talents, to thrive in, and love the pursuit of, excellence. As a school we energise the educational environment by offering a rich and distinctive schooling both within and beyond the curriculum and give powerful pastoral support. Cranbrook builds resilience and confidence so that each student can face the challenges of the twenty-first century with personal confidence, intellectual versatility, academic hunger and optimism.</p> <p>Cranbrook is an International Baccalaureate (IB) World School, and is accredited as an IB Continuum School, offering the PYP, MYP and IB Diploma Programme.</p> <p>Cranbrook School is a child safe organisation. We actively promote the safety and wellbeing of all students and are committed to protecting our students from abuse and harm. &nbsp;</p> <p><strong>WORKING WITH CHILDREN CHECK AND WORKING RIGHTS</strong></p> <p>The successful applicant for this position will be required to hold a current NSW Working with Children Check clearance. Applicants must be an Australian citizen or permanent resident or hold a visa with appropriate working rights.</p>