Teacher 4yo group

Teacher 4yo group & Educational Leader

Posted by Grange Road Kindergarten Association Inc on 10 Oct 2025

Organisation

Grange Road Kindergarten Association Inc

For Provider

Grange Road Kindergarten

Closing date

Primary role

Early Childhood Teacher

Position type

Part-time

Location

Sandringham

State

VIC

About the Centre/Service

Grange Road Kindergarten is a committee-managed community kindergarten, situated in Bayside Sandringham. We pride ourselves on our 3-year-old, 4-year-old, and Extended Hours / KinderPlus programs, and our beautiful outdoor play space. Grange Road Kindergarten provides children with an environment that encourages and stimulates their development and builds self-confidence and social skills in readiness for the step into a more formal learning environment at school. Grange Road Kindergarten is proud to be rated Exceeding in all seven quality areas of the National Quality Standard.

Work Days of the Role

Monday, Tuesday, Wednesday, Thursday (some flexibility available for Ed. Leader hours)

Hours of Work of the Role

Teaching = 24.5 & Educational Leader = 7 (total 31.5 hours per week)

Description

4-Year-Old Kindergarten Teacher & Educational Leader (VECTEA 2020)

Location: Grange Road Kindergarten

Commencing: 2026

Grange Road Kindergarten is seeking a passionate, enthusiastic, and experienced Early Childhood Teacher and Educational Leader to join our team, leading our 4-year-old Blue Group in 2026.

In 2026, Blue Group sessions will run on Mondays and Tuesdays from 8:30am–4:00pm (15 hours per week). The combined Teacher/Educational Leader role attracts a total of 31.5 hours per week under the VECTEA 2020 agreement.

We are looking for a dedicated educator who fosters a happy, relaxed, and inclusive environment where every child is valued as an individual and inspired to learn through play.

Key Responsibilities

As the Teacher and Educational Leader, you will demonstrate a high level of understanding and leadership in relation to:

• The National Quality Standard (NQS)
• The Early Years Learning Frameworks (EYLF and VEYLDF)
• School Readiness Funding initiatives
• Education and Care Services National Regulations
• Child Safe Standards

In this role, you will:

• Collaborate with educators to provide curriculum direction and guidance.
• Support educators to effectively implement the cycle of planning to enhance programs and practices.
• Lead the development and implementation of an engaging, high-quality educational program.
• Facilitate and lead monthly staff meetings.
• Ensure children's learning and development are guided by the approved learning frameworks.
• Build the knowledge and confidence of educators and families around play-based learning and the importance of the early years.
• Foster a culture of professional inquiry, reflection, and continuous improvement across the team.

Qualifications and Experience

• Approved Early Childhood Teaching qualification (ACEQA recognised).
• Demonstrated experience in planning and delivering high-quality educational programs.
• Proven ability to lead, mentor, and inspire a team of educators.
• Strong communication and interpersonal skills, with a collaborative and supportive approach.
• Demonstrated Experience in both Teaching (Kindergarten) and Educational Leader roles is required.

Qualifications

ACECQA approved early childhood education and care qualification. Experience as a Kindergarten teacher is a must, ideally in a Sessional Community Kindergarten setting.

Requirements

VIT Registration

Additional Requirements

All Child Protection Training.

Industrial Agreement/Award

Victorian Early Childhood Teachers and Educators Agreement 2020 (VECTEA)