Expression Of Interest - Kindergarten Teacher – Sessional Kindergarten Opportunities

Mohawk Valley Community College; Melbourne; On-site; AUD 80,000 - 100,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Above-award salaries

Annualised salary arrangements

Generous leave entitlements

Professional development opportunities

Leadership support

Job summary

Moonee Valley City Council invites qualified Kindergarten Teachers to join our growing network of council-operated kindergartens for 2027. Opportunities across various rosters with flexible hours, including team teaching arrangements, are available.

We seek passionate educators with a Bachelor in Early Childhood Education and Care, strong knowledge of child safety, and a collaborative approach to planning and delivering high-quality learning experiences for young children.

Qualifications

• Bachelor in Early Childhood Education and Care or equivalent.
• At least 2 years’ experience in early childhood settings.
• Knowledge of the National Quality Framework, Child Safe Standards and approved early years learning frameworks.
• Experience with collaborative team-teaching and rotational models.
• Commitment to child safety and safeguarding principles.
• Ability to work flexibly with colleagues and plan programs that prioritise children's learning.

Responsibilities

• Create engaging, safe and inclusive learning environments for children.
• Assist in planning and implementing programs prioritising children's rights, wellbeing and learning.
• Collaborate in team-teaching and rotational delivery modes to support continuity of learning.
• Apply trauma-informed approaches to support children's regulation and relationships.

Skills

Team teaching

Collaboration

Communication

Trauma-informed approach

Child safety awareness

Professional judgement

Flexibility

Relationship building

Education

Bachelor in Early Childhood Education and Care

Job description

Degree qualified Kindergarten Teaching Opportunities

Reference number: 11351
Closing date: Friday November 20 th at 11.00pm

As our Three and Four-Year-Old Kindergarten programs continue to grow, Moonee Valley City Council is seeking experienced, passionate and qualified early childhood professionals to express their interest in joining our kindergarten services in 2027.

We have opportunities available for Qualified Kindergarten Teachers across our network of council-operated kindergartens with current permanent opportunities working the following 2027 rosters:

• 31.18 hours per week, working Monday, Wednesday, Thursday and Friday
• 31.18 hours per week, working Monday, Wednesday, Thursday and Friday
• 31.18 hours Tuesday, Wednesday, Thursday and Friday
• 20.52 hours per week, working Tuesday, Thursday and Friday
• 20.52 hours, working Tuesday, Wednesday and Thursday
• 20.52 hours, working Monday, Wednesday and Friday
• 10.26 hours, working Tuesday and Friday
• 32.10 hours per week - Team Teaching/ Rotational Program Model- Working in session from 11.45 am to 4.00 pm each day, with allocated non-contact time before session on three days per week and 30 minutes of non-contact time after session each day. The program will be delivered in partnership with another Early Childhood Teacher who works the morning session. Both teachers will have dedicated time working together on the floor each day to support collaboration, continuity of learning and a consistent approach to teaching and learning.

This is an exciting opportunity to be part of our services that values children’s safety, high-quality education, strong community connections and positive outcomes for children. Working in purpose-built, child-centred environments, you'll be supported by a dedicated leadership team committed to helping educators thrive in their careers.

As our kindergarten programs continue to expand, we are seeking applicants who can commit to both temporary and ongoing permanent opportunities and are available to work across Monday to Friday within the Moonee Valley municipality.

Why Join Moonee Valley City Council?

• Above-award salaries aligned with our Enterprise Agreement
• Annualised salary arrangements for kindergarten staff, that also covers kindergarten holiday periods
• Generous leave entitlements and wellbeing initiatives
• Strong professional support from Kindergarten Team Leaders, Regional Leaders and specialist support staff
• Opportunities for professional development and career growth
• Work in welcoming, inclusive and collaborative kindergarten communities
• Be part of a Council committed to delivering exceptional outcomes for children and families

About You

You will be a passionate, qualified Early Childhood Teacher who is committed to creating engaging, safe and inclusive learning environments for children.

You will have:

• A Bachelor in Early Childhood Education and Care or equivalent, with at least 2 years’ experience.
• A sound knowledge, understanding and practical application of the National Quality Framework, Child Safe Standards and approved early years learning frameworks.
• Experience working within, or a demonstrated willingness to embrace, collaborative team-teaching and rotational models. The ability to work flexibly and respectfully with colleagues, share professional knowledge and responsibility, and collaboratively plan and implement programs that prioritise children's rights, interests, wellbeing and learning.
• A demonstrated commitment to child safety as a core responsibility, with the ability to apply child-safe principles in everyday practice and contribute to a culture where children's safety, rights and wellbeing are prioritised at all times.
• Demonstrated ability to implement active supervision strategies, identify potential child safety risks and maintain appropriate professional boundaries, ensuring children's dignity, privacy and bodily autonomy are respected.
• Knowledge and understanding of how to recognise, respond to, document and report child safety concerns, including disclosures, suspected abuse, neglect, grooming behaviours and breaches of professional boundaries, in accordance with legislative requirements and organisational procedures.
• Demonstrated professional judgement, accountability and willingness to speak up and challenge unsafe practices, accept feedback and take appropriate action to protect children.
• The ability to build positive and professional relationships with children, families and colleagues.
• The ability to create environments where children feel safe to express their views, communicate discomfort, seek help and participate in decisions affecting them.
• Demonstrated knowledge, understanding and practical application of trauma-informed approaches, including the ability to recognise and respond to the impact of trauma on children’s behaviour, emotional regulation and sense of safety, and to implement responsive, respectful and individualised strategies that support children’s regulation, wellbeing and relationships.
• Strong organisational and communication skills, with the ability to work collaboratively within a team environment.
• Current mandatory compliance requirements, including current VIT registration, First Aid, CPR, Anaphylaxis Management and Emergency Asthma Management certification, and Protecting Children: Mandatory Reporting and Other Obligations for the Early Childhood Sector training.
• Completion of National Child Safety Training (Modules 1–5).