Inspiring Early Childhood Educator - Part-Time, 3 Days/Week

The University of Melbourne; Abbotsford; On-site; AUD 87,000 - 100,000; Part time

Benefits offered by this job

Superannuation

Flexible work

Career development

Parental leave

Leave provisions

Job summary

The University of Melbourne in Abbotsford is seeking an outstanding Early Childhood Teacher to join our team three days per week. The role is a fixed-term Part Time position for 2027, commencing January, with a location in Abbotsford and a salary in the 86,943–99,864 AUD per year range plus 17% super.

You will design and deliver developmentally appropriate education programmes, lead educators, and partner with families.

Qualifications

• Hold an approved early childhood teaching degree meeting ACECQA, DET and National Regulations requirements.
• Maintain current VIT registration, a Working with Children Check and HLTAID012 First Aid, including anaphylaxis and asthma.
• Design and deliver play-based, inclusive and anti-bias early childhood programmes for children up to school entry.

Responsibilities

• Design and deliver developmentally appropriate programmes aligned with national and Victorian frameworks.
• Lead, supervise and mentor educators to ensure high-quality pedagogy.
• Partner with families through clear, respectful communication about children’s progress and needs.

Skills

Inquiry curriculum

Arts Education

Learning in Nature

Indigenous Perspectives

Team leadership

Education

ECE Degree

Job description

The University of Melbourne in Abbotsford is seeking an outstanding Early Childhood Teacher to join our team three days per week. The role is a fixed-term Part Time position for 2027, commencing January, with a location in Abbotsford and a salary in the 86,943–99,864 AUD per year range plus 17% super.

You will design and deliver developmentally appropriate education programmes, lead educators, and partner with families.