Froebel Carlton is one of 5 early learning services run by the not-for-profit provider Froebel Australia. The centre has 97 places for children (across 3 floor levels) from approx. 6 months to 5 years of age and is located at the heart of the University of Melbourne’s Melbourne Connect. Our educational program focuses on immersive language learning with Spanish as a second community language, age-appropriate inquiry-based early STEM learning through our Little Scientists program (https://littlescientists.org.au/), and education for sustainability following the United Nations Sustainable Development Goals. We are actively engaged with the Melbourne Connect community of professionals and families and undertake frequent excursions within the precinct and into nature beyond. Please visit our Froebel website (www.froebel.com.au/), our Facebook page (www.facebook.com/froebelaustralia/) and our YouTube Channel (https://youtu.be/lcDJT7KLaOs) to learn more about us We are looking for enthusiastic and committed Casual Educators to join our Froebel Carlton team We offer you: a casual role providing learning and care for children together with a collaborative team a supportive Centre Director, Assistant Director and Educational Leader sustainable practices and excursions within the community an employee wellbeing program with regular initiatives a complimentary employee assistance program a brand-new service purposely designed to be the third teacher ultra-modern end-of-trip-facilities (showers, lockers and bike racks) and common spaces within Melbourne Connect easily accessible by public transport Please note, there is no on-site parking. We need you to hold an approved Certificate III or Diploma of Early Childhood Education and Care or to be studying towards one of those qualifications hold 6-12 months minimum experience in an Australian ELC environment be able to communicate effectively with colleagues, families and community members be flexible with your working hours have a keen interest in immersive language learning (German language skills would be a plus but aren't a must) and inquiry-based learning have an understanding of contemporary child safe practices last but definitely not least: have a sunny personality with a positive mindset If this is you, please use the apply button and attach your resume and ideally also a short cover letter/note introducing yourself and stating which days you are available to work Only eligible applicants will be contacted by Froebel. Froebel is an equal opportunity employer. We celebrate diversity and are committed to creating an inclusive environment for all employees. Froebel is a child safe organisation.