Early Childhood Teacher - Casual

Latrobe City Council; Morwell; On-site; AUD 59,000 - 102,000; Part time

Benefits offered by this job

Learning and career progression

Collaborative team environment

Meaningful community work

Positive workplace culture

Flexible working arrangements

Job summary

Latrobe City Council is seeking an Early Childhood Teacher for our Preschool team in a Casual capacity in Gippsland. You will plan and deliver high-quality early education programs, working closely with children, families and colleagues to support development and well‑being.

You will lead programs, mentor educators and contribute to a welcoming, inclusive learning environment while adhering to EYLF and NQF standards. A part‑time casual role offers flexible arrangements and community impact.

Qualifications

• Tertiary qualification in Early Childhood Education and current VIT registration.
• Experience delivering developmentally appropriate educational programs for children.
• Strong leadership and collaboration with families and educators.

Responsibilities

• Plan, implement and evaluate engaging educational programs aligned with EYLF and NQF.
• Build strong partnerships with children, families and educators to support learning.
• Lead and mentor Early Childhood Educators and support daily preschool operations.
• Identify and support additional needs for children in collaboration with families and specialists.
• Maintain developmental records and program planning in line with regulatory requirements.
• Contribute to quality improvement initiatives and foster inclusive learning environments.

Skills

Leadership

Communication

Mentoring

Collaboration

Education

Bachelor or equivalent in Early Childhood Education

VIT registration

Job description

Do you want to make an IMPACT?

Early Childhood Teacher

Casual | Latrobe City Council Preschools

Hourly rate: $42.56 - $73.70 per hour, dependent on qualifications and experience in accordance with the Early Education Employees Agreement 2020 (EEEA).

We're looking for passionate and dedicated Early Childhood Teachers to join our Preschool team in a Casual capacity.

In this role, you'll lead the planning and delivery of high-quality educational programs that support children to learn, develop and thrive. Working closely with educators, families and the broader community, you'll help create positive early learning experiences that set children up for future success.

This is a great opportunity to grow your professional practice, develop your leadership skills and make a meaningful difference in the lives of local children and families while working within a supportive and collaborative team environment.

Why Join Us at Council?

When you join Latrobe City Council, you’ll make a real impact in your community while working in an inclusive, supportive and child safe environment that values your growth and wellbeing. We offer:

• Opportunities to support your learning, development and career progression
• A collaborative team environment where you’ll feel supported and connected
• Meaningful work where you can make a difference in the community
• A positive and inclusive workplace culture
• Flexible working arrangements to support your work-life balance

Join a team that supports you to thrive and empowers you to grow your career, right here in the heart of Gippsland.

What You’ll Be Doing

• Planning, implementing and evaluating engaging educational programs aligned with the Early Years Learning and Development Framework and National Quality Framework.
• Building strong partnerships with children, families and educators to support positive learning and development outcomes.
• Leading and mentoring Early Childhood Educators while supporting the day-to-day operations of the Preschool service.
• Identifying and supporting additional needs for children and working collaboratively with families and specialist support services when required
• Maintaining children’s developmental records, documentation and program planning in line with regulatory requirements.
• Contributing to quality improvement initiatives and fostering a welcoming, inclusive learning environment for all children and families.

About You

You are a caring and knowledgeable Early Childhood professional who is passionate about delivering quality learning experiences for young children. You bring strong leadership and communication skills and enjoy mentoring others while building positive relationships with families and colleagues. You are committed to continuous improvement and creating inclusive environments where every child is supported to reach their potential

Key Selection Criteria

• A tertiary qualification in Early Childhood Education (or equivalent recognised qualification) and current Victorian Institute of Teaching (VIT) registration
• Demonstrated experience developing and delivering developmentally appropriate educational programs for children
• Strong leadership skills with the ability to support, guide and work collaboratively with educators and families
• Sound knowledge of the National Quality Framework, relevant legislation
• Current First Aid, CPR, Asthma and Anaphylaxis qualifications and Compliance with National Child Safety Training (Geccko)

We encourage applications from candidates with diverse backgrounds and experiences, even if you don’t meet every requirement.

Successful applicants will be required to apply for and satisfactorily obtain a National Police Check, Working with Children’s Check and successful undertake a pre-employment medical Check

Interested or want to learn more?

Contact Ziba Orooji-Saisan - Team Leader Early Learning & Care on 0484 651 074. All discussions about recruitment at Council are confidential.

Belonging at Latrobe City Council

At Latrobe City Council, we are committed to creating a safe, inclusive and respectful workplace where everyone feels they belong. We have zero tolerance for child abuse and are committed to maintaining a child safe organisation. Our recruitment practices reflect this. We value diversity and welcome applications from people of all backgrounds, experiences and identities, including Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander peoples.

We are committed to providing an inclusive recruitment process and offer support through our Indigenous Employment Program for Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander applicants. For further information, contact [e-mail] or 1300 367 700. If you require reasonable adjustments at any stage of the recruitment process, please contact our Careers team at [e-mail] or 5128 6113.