TAFE Teacher - Early Childhood

• Continuing TAFE teaching role available

• The position is located at our Footscray Nicholson Campus

• Showcase your teaching skills and industry knowledge and experience 

About Us

Victoria University (VU) TAFE builds on Victoria University's proud 100-year history of excellence in the delivery of vocational education, providing you with tailored, work-based, and flexible courses. Graduates are equipped with both the technical skills and thinking abilities needed to adapt and evolve in a modern work setting.

About the Role

We are looking for passionate early childhood educators with current industry experience.

An example of duties you may perform will include:

• Teaching Certificate III or Diploma of Early Childhood Education and Care 

• Planning, preparing and delivering of the lesson plan and assessment of student performance and learning activities in accordance with the department's assessment tools

• Fostering a working environment that is respectful to all students and staff

• Establishing and maintaining a positive learning environment

• Monitoring student progression and attendance throughout their learning journey 

• Contributing to the continuous improvement of the course by being involved with the design, development and validation of its training and assessment resources.

• Maintaining accurate course and student records according to organisational and regulatory requirements

Salary and Conditions of Employment

This is a full-time continuing role,  requiring 38 hours per week.

This position is offered at Teacher Level 3 – Level 5 classification, and the salary range is $88,582 to $112,324 per annum, dependent on experience and qualifications, plus 11.5% employer superannuation. 

Conditions of employment will be covered by VU’s Vocational Teacher Enterprise Agreement 2019.

About You

We would like to hear from you if you are a passionate educator with strong industry experience to support our students in turning their passion for working with children into a rewarding career. 

To be successful in this role, you will have: 

• Completed a TAE40116 or TAE40122 Certificate IV in Training and Assessment or TAE40110 with upgrade units TAELLN411 and TAEASS502

• Hold a relevant vocational/industry qualification at the level of the courses or above and have teaching experience either in a TAFE or an RTO

• A current Employee Working with Children Check

• A minimum of 5 years in industry to be able to bring your knowledge and experience to the classroom and the ability to display industry currency

• Relevant skills in Microsoft office, databases and record keeping

• Current police check valid within 6 months or willingness to obtain one

• Experience in an adult education setting desirable. Your excellent communication skills will be a key asset, along with your willingness to continually learn and develop as a professional trainer and assessor

How to Apply

To view a copy of the position description and to apply for this role, please visit our Careers Website.

Applications must include

• A cover letter

• Your curriculum vitae/resume 

• Your responses to the key selection criteria as listed in the position description 

• Evidence of all applicable qualifications, licences, and documents

Applications close: Sunday 27th April 2025 at 11:59PM (AEST)

Who Do I Contact?

Please contact Michelle Reilly, Manager Early Childhood & Community Services, by email at ***************@vu.edu.au 

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Victoria University honours its deep diversity as a foundation for collaboration and social progress. We will demonstrate sensitivity in respecting First Nation perspectives. We will ensure that we respect our Indigenous voices and commit to sustainable Protecting Country. We will take leadership responsibility, in all that we do, to improve the health and wellbeing of our local and global communities, and the planet that we share. 
 

Our Commitment to Diversity and Inclusion at VU

The University encourages applications from women, gender diverse, Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander people and individuals from under-represented backgrounds in this field. The University believes that diversity of the workforce adds value to the University and creates a stronger, richer working environment for everyone. The University is committed to making reasonable adjustments to provide a positive, barrier-free recruitment process for candidates with particular access needs. Candidates who require adjustments are encouraged to contact the designated person in this advert to discuss their needs.