Early Childhood Educator

City-of-Greater-Geelong; Geelong; On-site; AUD 68,000 - 84,000; Full time

Job summary

City of Greater Geelong is increasing its Early Childhood teams across Certificate III, Diploma & ECT positions. You will contribute to planning and delivering developmentally appropriate educational programs in line with regulatory standards.

Roles may be in Long Day Care or Kindergarten settings for three and four year olds, with multiple full-time and part-time opportunities across levels. Shortlisting pending interviews in mid-November.

Qualifications

• Possess relevant tertiary qualification for the position.
• Excellent knowledge of the development of children in the 0-6 years age group and proven ability to plan appropriate programs in relation to the Victorian Early Years Learning and Development Frameworks.

Responsibilities

• Assist in planning, implementing and evaluating developmentally appropriate educational programs reflecting children’s needs.
• Assist in evaluating education and care programs and make recommendations to the leadership team.
• Work in Long Day Care educational programs or Kindergarten programs for three and four year olds.

Job description

Job no: 500689
Work type: Fixed Term Full Time, Fixed Term Part Time, Permanent Full Time, Permanent Part Time
Classification: Band 4 - $76,010.65 pa plus super
Categories: Early Childhood Education

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About the role

We are excited to share we are increasing our Early Childhood teams across Certificate III Diploma & ECT positions.

The positions assist in supporting the whole Early Childhood Education team with the implementation and evaluation of developmentally appropriate educational programs that reflect children’s needs and meet the requirements of the City of Greater Geelong, State Regulations and Commonwealth Government Guidelines, including the Early Years Learning and Development Framework and the National Quality Standards.

Depending on your preferred position, you will be expected to contribute to planning, implementing and evaluating developmentally appropriate educational programs that reflect the children’s needs. You may be called to work in our Long Day Care educational programs or our Kindergarten programs for three and four year old’s.

There are a number of Full-time & Part-time available across Certificate III, Diploma & ECT levels.

About you

• Possess relevant tertiary qualification in accordance to the position you wish you apply for.
• Excellent knowledge of the development of children in the 0-6 years age group and proven ability to plan appropriate programs in relation to the Victorian Early Years Learning and Development Frameworks.
• Ability to evaluate and make recommendations to the leadership team on the planning and implementation of education and care programs within the service.
• Experience in undertaking educational program planning to meet the needs of all children within the service.
• Ability to establish effective professional relationships with staff from a range of professional backgrounds in relation to the education and needs of children and their families.
• Preferred candidates will be required to undergo a National Police Check and complete a Medical and Functional Assessment as part of the recruitment process.

Shortlisted candidates must be available to attend an in person interview on Wednesday 18 November, Thursday 19 November or Friday 20 November.

Child Safety Responsibilities

We are committed to being a child-safe organisation and have zero-tolerance for child abuse. We have specific policies, procedures, and mandatory training in place to support employees, volunteers, and contractors to achieve and adhere to these commitments. Please read our Child Safe Standards Management Policy .

Diversity and Inclusion

At the City we want a workforce that reflects the community we live in. We welcome and embrace everyone, all people with their own unique experiences, and support and encourage all our employees to do their best work, have equal access to opportunities and a just working environment. For this reason, we particularly welcome and encourage applications from First Nations people, people with diverse cultural and linguistic backgrounds, from the LGBTQIA+ community, people with disability and people of all genders, ages and diverse experience.

We are the City

From parks to offices, childcare centres to works depots, leisure facilities to the Wool Museum and waterfront, our team plays a vital role in shaping our vibrant and growing community. Our community counts on us to get the essentials right while looking for ways to go beyond. By listening, collaborating, and focusing on sustainability, we strive to do the basics brilliantly and create a lasting impact. If you’re ready to be part of something bigger, join us in shaping the future of Geelong.

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Advertised: 23 Oct 2026 9:00 AM AUS Eastern Daylight Time
Applications close: 08 Nov 2026 11:55 PM AUS Eastern Daylight Time

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