Posted by Cara Armstrong Kindergarten on 25 Aug 2026

Organisation

Location

HAWTHORN EAST, VIC

Position Type

Part-time

Primary Role

Early Childhood Teacher

Closing Date

18 Sep 2026

About the Centre/Service

Cara Armstrong Kindergarten is an iconic play-based kindergarten which has been offering the children of Hawthorn East and its surrounding neighbourhoods a quality kinder experience and family friendly atmosphere since 1945. Our philosophy is based on “working together to create a safe and inclusive place to play, grow and learn.” We pride ourselves on providing a warm, positive learning space where children can develop confidence, curiosity, communication skills, and cooperative behaviour. Our connection with our community is at the centre of all that we do. Our single room kinder offers one 3-year-old program (Wednesday and Friday) and one 4-year-old program (Monday, Tuesday, and Thursday). Children attend from 8:30am - 3:15pm. In 2027, we are extending our session times to end at 4:00pm.

Work Days of the Role

Friday

Hours of Work of the Role

21.5

Description

This is an exciting opportunity to join our wonderful community at Cara Armstrong Kindergarten in Hawthorn East.

Our 3 year old group attends on Wednesdays and Fridays, from 8:30am - 3:15pm.

This role includes an allocated planning day (5 hours), which can be undertaken on a day that suits your needs!

Remuneration is 2% above VECTEA wages.

We are seeking a strong, experienced Early Childhood Teacher who has a passion for supporting all children's learning and development, and can work collaboratively alongside our wonderful co-educator to facilitate an inclusive, engaging workplace for the children. To do this, the successful candidate will:

- Have a minimum 3 years experience working with children.
- Have a strong understanding of and experience in inclusive practice.




- Maintain a collaborative approach to work alongside and share knowledge with our incredible team.
- Be confident and aware of a broad range of behaviour guidance strategies.
- Engage in, and be committed to, reflective practice.
- Be committed to inclusion and advocacy for equitable access, participation, and belonging for every child.
- Demonstrate initiative and proactiveness to support a smooth and engaging learning environment.
- Hold a sound understanding of the Reggio Emilia approach.
- Be committed to child safety, and maintaining a child-safe environment.
- Love what they do!

This role would be a wonderful opportunity for a highly experienced Early Childhood Teacher who loves working with children and families and could bring their ideas, wonders and MAGIC to our beautiful service.

We are a sessional, community kindergarten supported by the Committe of Management (parent volunteers), who strongly value our connection to our community.

Qualifications

- Bachelor of Early Childhood Education and Care (or equivalent)
- VIT Registration

Requirements

VIT Registration

PC

First Aid

Anaphylaxis Training

Additional Requirements

- - Mandatory Reporting Training
- - Mandatory National Child Safety Training
- - Do Food Safely Certificate

Victorian Early Childhood Teachers and Educators Agreement 2020 (VECTEA)

Address

ELAA acknowledges the Traditional Owners of Country throughout Victoria and the nation. We pay our respects to Elders past, present and future. We recognise the significance of connections with place to the memories, traditions, cultures and the spiritual wellbeing of the Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander peoples. We honour their wisdom, strength and resilience, and enduring traditional knowledge and educational practices passed from generation to generation.

ELAA is a place where all people are welcomed and supported.

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📌 Early Childhood Teacher - 3YO (Melbourne)
🏢 Cara Armstrong Kindergarten
📍 Melbourne