Early Childhood Teacher, Part time Parental Leave Cover Role, CLP
Carlton, Australia | Posted on 16/05/2025
* Industry: Early Childhood Education & Care
* Job Type: Part time
* City: Carlton
* Province: Victoria
* Postal Code: 3053
* Country: Australia
Job Description
Join our team at Carlton Learning Precinct, working in partnership with Carlton Primary School and other community services, making a positive impact on the local community.
Are you ready to step into an Early Childhood Teacher role? This is a part-time parental leave cover position until June 2026. We are looking for a dedicated Early Childhood Teacher to join our team.
Gowrie Victoria has been a leader in high-quality early learning for over 85 years. As a not-for-profit organization, we are committed to inspiring others and promoting best practices.
Our culture is built on genuine curiosity, encouraging teachers to ask questions, reflect, and innovate. Teachers receive coaching, leadership development, and opportunities to collaborate, empowering them to develop programs that meet learners' needs.
About the role
This role involves working three days per week (with flexible non-contact hours) in our funded kindergarten program, in a mixed age group of 3-5 years. You will lead, coach, and inspire a small team of educators to develop and implement high-quality pedagogical programs aligned with Gowrie Victoria’s philosophy and values. Your responsibilities include:
* Building and maintaining positive relationships with children, families, colleagues, and the community
* Coaching and mentoring educators to achieve goals
* Developing documentation that demonstrates intentional teaching and reflects children’s curiosity and learning
You will also participate in professional learning to uphold high standards.
Minimum requirements
* Minimum three-year Bachelor of Education in early education (or equivalent) and VIT registration
* Knowledge of the National Quality Framework, Education and Care Services National Regulations 2012, and Education and Care Services National Law Act 2010
* Ability to implement inclusive programs respecting equity and diversity
What we offer
* 7 weeks leave plus 3 weeks extra pay
* Three weeks personal leave (pro-rata)
* Generous planning time
* Support from Educational Leaders and professional growth opportunities
* Access to a free Employee Assistance Program
If you're ready to make a genuine impact, join the Gowrie Victoria team. For more information and a copy of the position description, visit our Careers Hub .
Gowrie Victoria is an equal opportunity employer and a child-safe organization. Learn about our commitment to child safety here .
You must have the legal right to work in Australia and pass a Working with Children Check.
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