Early Childhood Teacher

Renown Kindergarten in South Yarra has been providing kindergarten for young children since it opened its doors in 1920. Renown continues to operate as a standalone sessional kindergarten with a Committee of Management. Renown offers three different kindergarten programs, including our Three and Four year old programs and our Bilingual program for 3 and 4 year olds. The Bilingual program is a specialised French/English kinder program based on the French National Curriculum and the Early Years Learning Framework. Our programs are all team-taught by ECT’s. In 2025, Renown Kindergarten was awarded an Excellent rating by ACEQCA.

We are seeking a passionate Early Childhood Teacher to join our supportive team on a permanent full-time basis (38 hours per week), commencing Term 4, 2026 and for the entirety of 2027 for a maternity leave cover. This role has the potential to be extended long term. In this role, you will collaborate with our kindergarten team to deliver high-quality early childhood education and create inclusive, engaging environments that reflect the needs and interests of children and families. This is an excellent opportunity to join a well-respected community kindergarten. As an Early Childhood Teacher, you will plan, implement, and evaluate a holistic curriculum aligned with the VEYLDF, working within a team-teaching model to support children’s learning, development, and wellbeing.

Key Responsibilities

* Deliver a play-based, child-centred curriculum tailored to each child * Observe, assess, and document learning to inform planning * Build positive relationships with children, families, and colleagues * Embed inclusive practices, including Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander perspectives and anti-bias approaches * Ensure compliance with policies, regulations, and professional standards * Maintain confidentiality and complete mandatory reporting and Child Safe training We welcome applications from teachers committed to building strong relationships and thriving in a collaborative, reflective team environment. Renown is committed to being a flexible, safe, equal, and inclusive workplace that values diversity. We encourage applications from people of all backgrounds, including Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander peoples, and individuals of all ages, races, ethnicities, religions, gender identities, abilities, sexual orientations, and cultural backgrounds. Renown is committed to the safety and wellbeing of children, with zero tolerance for child abuse, and actively promotes a child safe environment.

* Bachelor of Early Childhood Education (or ACECQA approved equivalent) * Current VIT registration. * Current First Aid, Mandatory Reporting, National Child Safety training, and WWC Check. * Strong working knowledge of National Law, Regulations, VEYLDF, NQS, and Child Safe Standards.