Early Childhood Teacher

Ignite Young Minds as an Early Childhood Teacher at Explorers Boronia    Step into a rewarding and inspiring role where your passion for education meets the joy of shaping the future. As an Early Childhood Teacher in our vibrant 3 year-old Kindergarten Room, you’ll lead a dynamic program that encourages creativity, growth and discovery.    In This Role, You’ll Shine By:  Leading Inspiring Practice: Lead our Reggio Emilia-inspired Kindergarten program, sparking curiosity and fostering a lifelong love of learning.  Building Meaningful Connections: Develop strong and lasting relationships with children, families and the wider community.  Creating Inspiring Environments: Create an engaging, nurturing and safe environment where every child can thrive.  Mentoring & Inspiring: Support and mentor Educators to deliver high-quality early learning experiences.  Championing Child Safety: Uphold our commitment to child safety while supporting positive learning and developmental outcomes for every child.    Why Choose Explorers?  Dedicated planning time to focus on what matters most  A supportive team environment where collaboration and connection are valued  Professional development opportunities to support your growth  Recognition, rewards and Culture Club events  Generous resource budget to support your Kindergarten program  Referral bonuses*  Paid First Aid training and renewals  Generous childcare fee discount*  Employee Assistance Program (EAP) to support your wellbeing  Onsite parking at selected centres    Bring Your Passion & Expertise  To be successful in this role, you will hold:  A Bachelor’s or Graduate Diploma in Early Childhood Education  Full or provisional VIT registration (mandatory)  Minimum 3 years’ experience in an Early Childhood Kindergarten Teacher position  A genuine passion for children, their development and child safety  Strong knowledge of the EYLF, NQS and Reggio Emilia approach  Current First Aid, Asthma and Anaphylaxis training  Completion of the National Child Safety Training (Foundations of Child Safety Training)  Australian working rights and a valid Working with Children Check    About Explorers  At Explorers Early Learning, this isn’t just another job in childcare. It’s the beginning of a career with a founder-driven, women-led organisation created to raise the standard of early learning in Australia.    When Lynda Salvo founded Explorers in 2004, her mission was simple but powerful: to build centres where children and educators could thrive together. That same mission continues today, with every decision focused on investing in the people who bring our centres to life.  Explorers is designed around people first, with a culture where belonging and joy are as essential as curriculum. Here, you’ll find mentoring, leadership development and the encouragement to stretch into new opportunities.    When you join Explorers, you’re stepping into:  A career pathway, not just a role – with leadership programs, mentoring and funded professional development.  A thriving peer community – collaborative, passionate and connected across our centres.  A values-driven culture – where curiosity, creativity and care are celebrated every day.  A joyful environment – where children’s wonder inspires your own.    Here, you’re not just shaping children’s futures. You’re shaping your own – with opportunities to grow, belong and lead in early education.  We welcome applications from people of all backgrounds, including Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander peoples, people of any age, gender identity, disability, sexual orientation, religion, ethnicity and culture.    Explorers Early Learning is a child-safe organisation. We are committed to the safety, wellbeing and inclusion of all children and expect all team members to uphold their child-safe responsibilities.    Build your career with Explorers. The future starts here. Click Apply now to find out more!    T&Cs apply.