Early Childhood Educator

Lead with Purpose. Change Lives with AEIOU.

At AEIOU, we believe in supporting our people both personally and professionally. As a member of our team, you will benefit from a holistic employment package, including:

• Various roles available – full-time, part-time and parental leave coverage;
• Competitive remuneration that recognises your experience, including annual salary increases and annual anniversary bonuses;
• Current hourly rate for qualified educators is $28.85 to $33.24. In addition, AEIOU has applied for the Worker Retention Payment, and we are currently awaiting for final approval;
• Commitment to your professional development including dedicated days throughout the year and access free courses in an LMS;
• Access to generous Not-for-Profit salary packaging benefits—up to $15,600 tax-free + $2,650 for meals and entertainment annually;
• Five (5) weeks annual leave, and paid end-of-year leave after a period of service;
• Most importantly, make a tangible difference in the lives of young children with autism—supporting their growth, communication, and overall quality of life.

The Role

At AEIOU, you'll work in a low staff-to-child ratio environment, supported by a transdisciplinary team of educators and allied health professionals. Our family-focused model empowers caregivers and ensures every child receives personalised, high-quality care.

As an Early Intervention Specialist, you'll:

• Deliver small group learning in a long day care setting
• Use early learning frameworks to support children with autism
• Implement natural developmental behavioural interventions
• Facilitate play-based programs that build on each child's strengths and interests

This is more than a job—it's a chance to lead with compassion, share your expertise, and help children thrive in their most formative years.

Who we are looking for:

We are looking for team members who bring not just expertise, but heart. If you are compassionate, patient, and driven by the desire to empower others, this is your opportunity to truly make an impact.

You'll thrive in this role if you're a clear communicator, a thoughtful listener, and someone who approaches each day with curiosity and care. Your resilience, creativity, and sense of purpose will help shape meaningful change in the lives of individuals and their families. Most of all, you bring integrity, empathy, and a collaborative spirit that makes every interaction count.

The essentials:

• Hold a Certificate III in Early Childhood Education and Care (ECEC) or equivalent and/or hold, studying and/or willing to study Diploma in ECEC;
• Knowledge of typically developing children (from birth to school age) and theories of early childhood development / Early Years Learning Framework;
• Willingness to learn evidence-based intervention strategies and ASD-specific techniques (working with autism);
• Knowledge of relevant legislation (including Child Protection Law and the National Quality Standards);
• Understanding of the provision of safe, well planned, indoor and outdoor learning environments;
• Currentworking rights in Australia.

The successful applicant will require a working with children clearance and NDIS clearance - AEIOU will support you to obtain within your application progress.  

Apply Today Please apply online via SEEK or our Careers Page by submitting your resume and cover letter detailing your goals and suitability to this position.

Application review and interviews will progress ongoing, so please don't delay submitting your application.   

At AEIOU, everyone is welcome and encouraged to apply.We are committed to building a workplace that reflects the diversity of the communities we serve. We value diverse thinking, cultures, perspectives, backgrounds, and abilities, and we actively foster an inclusive environment where every team member feels respected, supported, and empowered to contribute. Your unique experiences and voice matter here—and they make our service stronger.