Early Childhood Educator - Part-time & Casual

AMIGA Montessori; Melbourne; On-site; AUD 34,000 - 44,000; Part time

Job summary

AMIGA Montessori in Officer Fields (Melbourne) is seeking passionate Early Childhood Educators for part-time and casual roles. We are a family-owned provider committed to child safety, Montessori-informed learning, and a warm, inclusive environment where children belong and explore.

You will support meaningful Montessori activities, foster independence, build relationships with children and families, and work with Room Leaders to deliver high-quality education and care.

Qualifications

• Certificate III or Diploma in Early Childhood Education and Care is required or an ACECQA-approved equivalent.
• Victorian Working with Children Check or VIT registration as applicable is required.
• Understanding of the National Quality Framework and Early Years Learning Framework is expected.
• Montessori experience is highly regarded but not essential.

Responsibilities

• Support delivery of meaningful, age-appropriate learning experiences guided by Montessori principles.
• Build positive, respectful relationships with children, families and colleagues.
• Encourage independence, curiosity and belonging in children.
• Support daily routines and ensure health, safety and wellbeing of children.
• Collaborate with Room Leaders and educators to provide high-quality education and care.
• Create an inclusive environment that respects each child’s strengths and needs.

Skills

Strong communication skills

Collaborative teamwork

Montessori interest

Education

Certificate III or Diploma in Early Childhood Education and Care

ACECQA-approved equivalent qualification

Job description

Early Childhood Educator - Part-time & Casual

Our Commitment to Child Safety AMIGA Montessori is committed to being a Child Safe Organisation. We have zero tolerance for child abuse and are dedicated to providing a safe, inclusive and nurturing environment where all children feel protected, respected and valued. Child safety and wellbeing are at the forefront of everything we do, and all employees are expected to uphold our commitment to safeguarding children.

Be part of something special. Learning for life starts here!

Are you a passionate and caring educator looking for a rewarding opportunity to make a difference in children's lives?

At AMIGA Montessori Officer Fields, we're looking for enthusiastic Part-Time and Casual Assistant Educators to join our wonderful team!

Whether you're seeking the consistency of part-time employment or the flexibility of casual work, we'd love to hear from you.

As a family-owned early childhood education provider, AMIGA Montessori is passionate about creating a safe place for creative discovery, where children feel a sense of belonging, curiosity is celebrated, and care is at the heart of everything we do.

Why Join AMIGA Montessori?

At AMIGA, we believe that when our educators feel supported, valued and inspired, amazing things happen!

• Supportive Team Environment: Join a welcoming team that values collaboration, kindness and connection.
• Professional Growth: Opportunities to develop your skills, expand your Montessori knowledge and progress your career.
• Flexible Opportunities: Part-time and casual positions available to suit different lifestyles.
• Meaningful Work: Make a genuine difference in children's learning, development and wellbeing.
• Montessori-Inspired Learning: Be part of an environment that encourages independence, confidence and a lifelong love of learning.

About the Role

As an Assistant Educator, you will play an important role in creating a nurturing, engaging and child-safe learning environment.

Your responsibilities will include:

• Supporting the delivery of meaningful, age-appropriate learning experiences guided by Montessori principles.
• Building positive, respectful relationships with children, families and colleagues.
• Encouraging children's independence, curiosity, confidence and sense of belonging.
• Supporting daily routines and ensuring children's health, safety and wellbeing remain a priority.
• Working collaboratively with Room Leaders and educators to provide high-quality education and care.
• Creating an inclusive environment that celebrates every child's unique strengths, abilities and individual needs.
• Maintaining a strong commitment to child safety, professional boundaries and safeguarding responsibilities.

About You

We're looking for educators who bring warmth, positivity and a genuine passion for working with children.

To be successful, you will ideally have:

• A Certificate III or Diploma in Early Childhood Education and Care, or an ACECQA-approved equivalent qualification.
• A current Victorian Working with Children Check, or VIT registration where applicable.
• A sound understanding of the National Quality Framework and Early Years Learning Framework.
• Strong communication skills and a collaborative approach to teamwork.
• A commitment to providing safe, inclusive and nurturing learning experiences.
• A genuine interest in Montessori education and supporting children's independence.
• Previous experience in an early childhood education setting will be highly regarded.

Montessori experience is highly regarded but not essential. We welcome educators who are eager to learn and grow with us!

Our Recruitment Process

All applicants will be required to participate in AMIGA Montessori's child-safe recruitment process, including relevant screening, reference checks, verification of qualifications and working rights.

Ready to Join Our Team?

Whether you're looking for a part-time position where you can build meaningful connections or casual opportunities that offer greater flexibility, we'd love to learn more about you!

AMIGA Montessori - Learning for life.