<p>Encounter Lutheran College is a vibrant Early Learning to Year 12 community located in the heart of Victor Harbor on the beautiful Fleurieu Peninsula.</p> <p><strong>Why join Encounter?</strong></p> <ul> <li>Welcoming and inclusive Christian community</li> <li>Forward-thinking approach to teaching and learning</li> <li>Stunning coastal location that supports wellbeing and lifestyle</li> <li>Culture of professional growth and shared purpose</li> </ul> <p>If you’re ready to inspire, connect, and grow with us, we’d love to hear from you.</p> <p><strong>Current Opportunity Available:&nbsp;</strong></p> <p>We are seeking an exceptional and experienced <strong>Director of Early Leaning</strong> to lead our Early Learning Centre and continue building a culture of innovation, collaboration, and educational excellence.&nbsp;</p> <p>The Director of Early Learning will provide strategic and operational leadership across the service, fostering strong relationships with children, families and educators. You will champion best-practice pedagogy, mentor and develop staff, and ensure the delivery of outstanding learning experiences aligned with our values and educational vision. &nbsp;</p> <p>Our purpose-built, 'Reggio Emilia' inspired Early Learning Centre provides a rich environment where children are empowered to explore, inquire, create, and develop a lifelong love of learning. Guided by the Early Years Learning Framework (EYLF) and informed by the International Baccalaureate (IB) Primary Years Programme (PYP), our approach places children at the centre of learning and supports them to become confident, capable, and curious learners.&nbsp;</p> <p><strong>This is an ongoing full-time (1.0FTE) position commencing at the beginning of the 2027 school year and includes six weeks of annual leave.</strong></p> <p>Applications close: 9:00am Wednesday 28 October 2026</p> <p>Interested candidates are required to follow the Application Guidelines in the Candidate Information Pack. &nbsp;</p> <p>Confidential enquiries can be directed to Nicola Harlow, People &amp; Culture Manager, at&nbsp;<a href="mailto:nicola.harlow@encounter.sa.edu.au?subject=Director%20of%20Early%20Learning%20position%20%28via%20Teachers%20On%20Net%29" rel="nofollow">nicola.harlow@encounter.sa.edu.au</a> or 08 8552 8880</p>