- 10 weeks paid leave per year, including term breaks
- 12.5hrs of program planning per week
- 16 weeks paid parental leave

Our Vision is a better tomorrow where all people can belong. With over 5,000staff and volunteers, we deliver services at more than 150 locations everyday, including: Children's Programs, Action Sports, Camps, Recreation, Youth Services and The Virtual Y.

YMCA Vic Early Learning Centres (ELC's) are safe, supportive spaces offering high quality early learning education and care for children aged six weeks to five years old.

About the role

The Early Childhood Teacher is a vital member of the Early Learning team in the delivery of YMCA Children’s Programs in the community. They will work in partnership with other Teacher's to deliver a kindergarten program for children from 3-5yrs during the two years of care prior to starting school. They will assist in enriching children so they can reach their full potential and confidently step into their future.

This role requires:

- A genuine love and passion for working with children and families, be energetic, enthusiastic and motivated in joining our dynamic team
- Strong knowledge and experience of programming and planning for children aged 3-5 years in delivering a funded Kindergarten program
- An understanding of the Victorian Early Years Learning and Development Framework and Early Years Learning Framework
- Facilitating a diverse learning experience in an inclusive environment for all children, their families and employees
- Encouraging children's independence in relation to health and wellbeing
- Role modelling for children in developing lifelong skills and instilling in them a passion for learning
- Nurturing the curiosity of children in your care, expanding their skillset and overall development





This is a full-time prospect with $43 - $51 per hour (depending on experience) + Super & Y Benefits!

We value you

At the YMCA, we value our people. Working for us means you’ll enjoy great work/life balance and a range of benefits such as:

- Enjoy great staff perks, including savings on health insurance, discounted cinema tickets & access to workplace banking benefits!
- Individualised personal development plans
- Supportive Centre Manager and Early Years Director (2IC and EL)
- Opportunities for career development and growth across Children’s Programs and our wider organisation including Recreation, Camping, Youth Services and Kingswim
- Free access to gyms, recreation, and aquatics centres across the state
- Free access to the Virtual Y – online health and wellness

Qualifications & Experience

- Completed Bachelor Degree in Early Childhood or equivalent
- Must hold current VIT Registration
- First Aid and CPR certification
- Anaphylaxis and Asthma certification

About the centre

Wyndham Vale ELC centre hours - 6.30am-6.30pm

Commitment to Child and Young People Safety

YMCA Victoria (the Y) has robust policies and practices to prevent harm to children and young people. The Y is committed to identifying and removing potential risks and hazards. All positions are subject to a satisfactory Police Check, Working with Children Check and a pre-employment medical declaration prior to commencement.

Y Victoria are proud to be a 2026 Circle Back Initiative Employer, we commit to respond to every applicant.

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📌 Early Childhood Teacher (Wyndham City)
🏢 The Y Australia
📍 Wyndham City