Early Childhood Teacher: Lead Inquiry‑Based Learning

University of Melbourne; Melbourne; On-site; AUD 87,000 - 100,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

17% superannuation

Flexible work arrangements

Career development opportunities

Parental leave

Discounts and health benefits

Employee assistance program

Job summary

The University of Melbourne seeks an outstanding Early Childhood Educator to design and deliver exemplary programmes aligned with national and Victorian frameworks. You will lead and mentor educators, partner with families, and support funded kindergarten delivery within a University-based service.

You will ensure high-quality pedagogy, observe and document learning, and maintain compliance with National Quality Standards and local regulations while contributing to a vibrant, inclusive learning

Qualifications

• Hold an approved early childhood teaching degree meeting ACECQA, DET and National Regulations requirements.
• Maintain current VIT registration, Working with Children Check and HLTAID012 First Aid.
• Apply knowledge of National Quality Standards and child-safe standards.
• Design and deliver play-based, inclusive and anti-bias early childhood programmes for children up to school entry.
• Lead and support educator teams with feedback and reflective pedagogical leadership.
• Communicate effectively with families and colleagues using written and oral communication and basic IT skills.

Responsibilities

• Design, implement and evaluate developmentally appropriate early childhood education programmes aligned with national and Victorian frameworks.
• Lead, supervise and mentor educators in your team to ensure high-quality pedagogy and practice.
• Observe, assess and document children's learning, including developmental reports, parent-teacher interviews and transition statements.
• Partner with families through clear, respectful communication about children's progress, needs and learning experiences.
• Ensure compliance with National Quality Standards, Education and Care legislation and Victorian Government kindergarten requirements.

Skills

Leadership

Communication

Observation

Education

Approved ECE teaching degree

Tools

Microsoft Office

Job description

The University of Melbourne seeks an outstanding Early Childhood Educator to design and deliver exemplary programmes aligned with national and Victorian frameworks. You will lead and mentor educators, partner with families, and support funded kindergarten delivery within a University-based service.

You will ensure high-quality pedagogy, observe and document learning, and maintain compliance with National Quality Standards and local regulations while contributing to a vibrant, inclusive learning