Childcare Jobs In Melbourne – Careers

Are you looking for a childcare job in Melbourne, or considering a career in childcare? Montessori Academy currently operates Montessori early learning centres and kindergarten in Altona Meadows, Box Hill, Clayton, Elsternwick and Forest Hill.

If you love children and have a true passion for supporting their learning and development, we’d love to hear from you! Montessori Academy offers excellent staff training and career advancement opportunities as well as a huge variety of staff incentives.

Employee Benefits

  • Employee Discounts at Local and Large Businesses
  • Attractive Childcare Wages
  • 17.5% Annual Leave Loading
  • Fully Funded ECT Bachelor Degree*
  • Paid Traineeships (earn while you learn)
  • In-depth Montessori Staff Training Program
  • Twice Monthly Staff Training Sessions
  • Staff Discounts for Childcare
  • Mental Health Support with our Employee Access Program (EAP)
  • Transfer Opportunities within the Montessori Academy Group
  • Extensive Career Progression Opportunities

*Subject to Management Team Approval

New to Childcare? Explore Childcare Traineeships in Melbourne

If you are considering a career in early childhood education or looking for work placement opportunities while you study, then you’re in the right place! Montessori Academy supports new and emerging educators by offering childcare traineeships in Melbourne. No experience required.

Trainees receive on-the-job training and mentorship from industry leaders, and get paid while they work towards their Early Childhood Education and Care qualification.

Why Work in a Montessori Environment?

Unlike play-based childcare centres and preschools, Montessori Academy nurtures the uniqueness of each child and provides an early learning experience that prepares them, not only for school, but for life.

In a Montessori classroom, educators serve as a link between the Prepared Environment and the children. Their role is to observe the children and guide them in their own unique learning process, to help them develop a life-long love of learning. Activities and learning experiences are implemented to suit each child’s current interests, needs and stage of development, to allow them to learn at their own pace. The educator-child relationship is based on trust and respect, which creates a positive learning environment where children feel safe, valued, and supported in their learning journey.

Teaching in a Montessori environment is very rewarding for educators who have a passion for early childhood and for supporting children reach their full potential.

Current Childcare Jobs Opportunities

We currently have permanent and casual childcare jobs vacancies in Altona Meadows, Box Hill, Clayton, Elsternwick and Forest Hill.

Find childcare jobs in Melbourne in the jobs board below.

Childcare Career Articles and Tips

On Saturday 29th March 2025, Montessori Academy celebrated grand opening of their new Macquarie Park Childcare and Early Learning Centre. The Midtown MacPark long daycare and preschool welcomed over 400 local guests and community leaders for a fun-filled celebration!

In March 2025, Montessori Academy received their Great Place to Work certification. Find out what makes Montessori Academy a childcare and preschool employer of choice, and how they nurture their team members to bring out the best in your children.

Join us on March 29, 2025, for the Grand Opening of Midtown MacPark Montessori Academy childcare and preschool! Enjoy free pizza, children’s entertainment, and exclusive centre tours. Register now!

Montessori Academy proudly celebrated the grand opening of its Randwick Early Childhood Education Centre, welcoming over 500 guests for a day of community, learning, and fun!

Montessori Academy is proud to support its educators and staff with a 10% pay increase as part of the Federal Government’s worker retention initiative. Learn more about our commitment to our team.

On Saturday 29th March 2025, Montessori Academy celebrated grand opening of their new Macquarie Park Childcare and Early Learning Centre. The Midtown MacPark long daycare and preschool welcomed over 400 local guests and community leaders for a fun-filled celebration!

In March 2025, Montessori Academy received their Great Place to Work certification. Find out what makes Montessori Academy a childcare and preschool employer of choice, and how they nurture their team members to bring out the best in your children.

Join us on March 29, 2025, for the Grand Opening of Midtown MacPark Montessori Academy childcare and preschool! Enjoy free pizza, children’s entertainment, and exclusive centre tours. Register now!

Montessori Academy proudly celebrated the grand opening of its Randwick Early Childhood Education Centre, welcoming over 500 guests for a day of community, learning, and fun!

Montessori Academy is proud to support its educators and staff with a 10% pay increase as part of the Federal Government’s worker retention initiative. Learn more about our commitment to our team.

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