Do you want to work with young minds and an authentic team who value kindness, warmth and fun? Looking for a flexible part-time role to maintain a better balance of work and life? Look no further than Y Whittlesea! Join our team and be part of a dynamic and thriving early childhood education environment. What's the Opportunity? We’re on the lookout for an Early Childhood Teacher to join our friendly team at Galada Kindergarten in Epping. Enjoy working within a supportive team environment as part of a not-for-profit organisation with a big heart and community spirit. Enjoy the benefits of being employed under the VECTEA award, a flexible working week and paid time off during school holidays. This is a part-time position working 22.5 hours per week. This includes 15 hours of contact time (5 hour sessions on Mondays, Wednesdays and Fridays) and flexible planning time. Who on earth are we? Y Whittlesea is a not-for-profit that happens to be the oldest youth organisation in the world (YMCA) and oldest social enterprise, where all profits go back into our communities. Our Early Learning spaces are where little imaginations thrive! Our vibrant environments inspire young minds through play and learning. Galada Kindergarten delivers 3-year-old and 4-year old sessional kindergarten programs and is part of the Galada Community Centre at the Aurora Village shopping precinct in Epping. For more information about our Kindergarten, visit our website (copy link intro browser): / Why Join Us? Staff Benefits: Enjoy generous staff discounts. VECTEA award. Flexible work weeks – choose when to complete your planning. Professional Growth: Strong focus on professional development and personal growth. Optimal Learning Environment: Benefit from small group sizes for effective teaching. Work-Life Balance: Ample non-contact time. Generous budget for resources to enhance your teaching environment. Supportive Team: Work with a supportive and experienced team. What do we hope you'll bring? Legal right to live and work in Australia. Police Check (International Police check if you have lived outside Australia in the last 5 years) Bachelor of Early Childhood Education (or equivalent as approved by ACECQA) and VIT Registration. Current First Aid, CPR, Anaphylaxis and Asthma quals. Be able to share stories on how you embody the spirit of fun, creativity, and warmth. How you bring joy through storytelling, embrace the wonder of childhood, and create laughter-filled experiences. A passion for inspiring young minds and a playful spirit. Knowledge of EYLF, Child Safe standards and Child Development. You’re a team player, an open communicator and comfortable giving and receiving feedback – we want to hear from you! Ok, I'm in. How do I apply and stand out? If you're excited to explore this opportunity, take the time to stand out. Submit your resume, answer a few questions on our application form, and if possible, send us a cover letter highlighting your greatness. Click the "Apply Now" button to submit your application. For more information, check out the position description (copy link into browser): If you have any questions about the role before applying, email us at (Please keep in mind we manage applications through our online portal, so please ensure you apply via this job ad rather than emailing your application. Thanks for your understanding!). Applications close date: 9th July 2025 Applicants are encouraged to apply as soon as possible as screening and interviews may commence prior to the closing date. Here is what our teachers say about working at the Y (Copy link into browser): EBAmplify_Careers Video_the Y_Careers Video_FINAL [with captions]_11-11-2024.mp4 Safeguarding at the Y At the Y, we are committed to empowering all Children and Young People to feel safe and be safe, at the Y, in their families and in their communities. As such, we ensure that all of our candidates are appropriately screened (including police checks) to make sure that the right people are in the right roles. To learn more about our screening processes, click here to view our Safeguarding Children and Young People Policy (copy link into your browser): Y is an equal opportunity employer and is committed to the safeguarding of children and young people.