Full-Time Early Childhood Educator (Certificate III/ Diploma) | Room Assistant

Montessori Academy; Melbourne; On-site; AUD 60,000 - 80,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Permanent full-time employment

Professional development andMontessori

Career progression opportunities

Montessori training provided

Staff discounts and learning resources

Job summary

Montessori Academy in Melbourne is seeking passionate Early Childhood Educators for permanent full-time roles (38 hours per week). This position supports children aged birth to six, working across multiple Melbourne campuses with a focus on the Montessori philosophy and EYLF.

You will join a collaborative team, deliver high-quality programs, and contribute to ongoing professional development and Montessori training. Excellent career progression and stability are offered.

Qualifications

• Certificate III or Diploma in Early Childhood Education or ACECQA-equivalent qualification.
• Current Working with Children Check (WWCC).
• Current First Aid, CPR, Asthma and Anaphylaxis qualifications, or willingness to obtain before commencement.
• Solid knowledge of the National Quality Framework (NQF), NQS and EYLF.
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills.

Responsibilities

• Build positive and meaningful relationships with children, families and colleagues.
• Support planning and implementation of engaging learning experiences.
• Observe, document and monitor children’s learning and development.
• Maintain a safe, inclusive and stimulating learning environment.
• Promote children’s wellbeing, independence and confidence.
• Ensure compliance with NQF, NQS and relevant legislation.
• Collaborate with the team and communicate with families about learning and wellbeing.

Skills

Certificate III

Diploma

WWCC

First Aid/CPR

EYLF knowledge

Education

Certificate III in Early Childhood Education or ACECQA-approved equivalent

Diploma in Early Childhood Education and Care

Job description

Full-Time Early Childhood Educator (Certificate III/ Diploma) | Room Assistant

Join Australia's Leading Montessori Early Childhood Education Provider

Location: Melbourne-North & East and South East, Victoria
Employment Type: Permanent Full-Time (38 hours per week, Mon-Fri)

• Room Assistant
• Room Leader

About Montessori Academy

Montessori Academy is Australia's leading provider of Montessori early childhood education, with over 25 years of experience delivering exceptional education and care for children from birth to six years of age. Montessori Academy is a child safe organization.

With campuses across New South Wales, the ACT and Victoria, we are committed to providing children with an inspiring early learning experience that prepares them not only for school, but for life. Our educators are at the heart of everything we do, and we are passionate about supporting their professional growth through ongoing training, career progression, and a collaborative workplace culture.

If you're looking for a stable, permanent full-time role where you can build a rewarding career in early childhood education, we'd love to hear from you.

About the Role

We are seeking passionate and dedicated qualified Educators to join our team in a permanent full-time capacity (38 hours per week) in our different centres below.

• Box Hill
• Clayton
• Elsternwick
• Heidelberg

As an Early Childhood Educator, you will play an important role in creating a nurturing, engaging and safe learning environment where every child is supported to reach their full potential. Working alongside experienced educators and leaders, you will contribute to delivering high-quality educational programs aligned with the Early Years Learning Framework (EYLF) and the Montessori philosophy.

This position is rostered across the centre's operating hours, Monday to Friday.

Your responsibilities will include:

• Building positive and meaningful relationships with children, families and colleagues.


• Supporting the planning and implementation of engaging learning experiences.


• Observing, documenting and monitoring children's learning and development.


• Maintaining a safe, inclusive and stimulating learning environment.


• Promoting children's wellbeing, independence and confidence.


• Ensuring compliance with the National Quality Framework (NQF), National Quality Standards (NQS) and relevant legislation.


• Working collaboratively as part of a professional and supportive team.


• Maintaining open and effective communication with families regarding their child's learning and wellbeing.

About You

To be successful in this role, you will have:

• Certificate III or Diploma or an ACECQA-approved equivalent qualification.


• Current Working with Children Check.


• Current First Aid, CPR, Asthma and Anaphylaxis qualifications, or the willingness to obtain them prior to commencement.


• Sound knowledge of the National Quality Framework (NQF), National Quality Standards (NQS) and the Early Years Learning Framework (EYLF).


• Excellent written and verbal communication skills.


• A positive, reliable and professional attitude.


• A genuine passion for early childhood education and supporting children's learning and development.


• The ability to work collaboratively within a team environment.


• A commitment to a permanent full-time position (38 hours per week).

Previous Montessori experience is welcomed but not essential, as comprehensive Montessori training will be provided.

Why Join Montessori Academy?

We believe in investing in our people and providing opportunities to build a long-term, rewarding career.

We offer:

• Permanent full-time employment with long-term job stability.


• Ongoing professional development and Montessori training.


• Career progression opportunities across our growing network of centres.


• Dedicated programming and planning time.


• Staff discounts, including childcare fees, private health insurance, gym memberships and other lifestyle benefits.


• Generous budgets for learning resources.


• Well-resourced learning environments.


• A supportive leadership team with a collaborative and inclusive culture.


• Employee recognition initiatives and wellbeing programs.


• Opportunities to transfer between centres across our network.

If you're passionate about making a difference in the lives of children and are looking for a long-term career with Australia's leading Montessori provider, we'd love to hear from you.