Early Childhood Teacher (1-Year Maternity Cover)

Discovery Tree Early Learning Centre – Clayton South VIC

Discovery Tree Springvale is seeking a passionate and dedicated Kindergarten Teacher to join our team for a maternity leave position during 2027.

We are a family-owned and operated early learning service with a strong reputation for providing high-quality education and care in a warm, supportive and family-like environment. Our team is made up of experienced, long-term educators who genuinely enjoy working together and are supported by an established leadership team.

This is a fantastic opportunity to step into a well-established Kindergarten program, working with a supportive team and wonderful group of children and families.

We are looking for an enthusiastic and caring teacher who is confident in delivering a high-quality, play-based Kindergarten program and who values solid relationships with children, families and colleagues.

When you join our team, you'll be welcomed into an extensive management team, that includes a dedicated Educational leader who will be there to guide and assist you in exceeding our educational expectations, ensuring that you have all the resources and support you need to thrive. We also offer the 15% ECEC increase.

Key requirements:

- Available 5 days any time between 8am - 6pm
- Teaching Qualification for Early Childhood Education
- Knowledge of the EYLF, Planning Cycles, Zones of regulations or a strong understanding of emotion development
- Developing and implementing 3 year old or 4 year old funded Kindergarten curriculum with the support of other ECTs and qualified educators
- Great with parent interactions




- First Aid, Asthma and Anaphylaxis training
- Food Safety Handler's certificate (Entry level - free online course)
- Working with children check
- Broad understanding of child safety standards and national principles of child safe orginisations

Here’s what sets us apart:

- Extensive Management Team: A family owned service that all work within Centre, and our off-the-floor Educational Leader are readily available to assist you and provide guidance whenever you need it.
- Work-Life Balance: Say goodbye to overtime! We believe that your personal life is just as important as your professional life. With us, you'll finish your shifts on time, allowing you to enjoy your well-deserved free time.
- Warm and Welcoming Environment: At Discovery Tree, we're like one big family. Our Centre is a place where you'll feel at home, creating strong bonds with both your colleagues and the families we serve. A supportive community awaits you!
- Collaborative Team of Passionate Educators: Join a team of dedicated and passionate educators who support each other and work together to deliver a highly educational program. Through collaboration, we ensure smooth transitions and provide the best learning experiences for our children.
- Your Voice Matters: We believe in the power of your ideas and perspectives. At Discovery Tree, your voice will be heard, your ideas will be valued, and action will be taken to implement them. Together, we shape our Centre's future.

Discovery Tree Early Learning Centre Pty Ltd is committed to being a Child Safe organisationand have zero tolerance to child abuse.

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📌 Early Childhood Teacher (1-Year Maternity Cover) (Melbourne)
🏢 Discovery Tree Early Learning Centre
📍 Melbourne