Lecturer, Early Childhood Education

Actively engage in teaching and student engagement related activities within the discipline of Initial Teacher Education.

• Institute of Education, Arts and Community – Mt Helen or Berwick Campus
• X2 full-time, continuing appointments
• Academic Level B - $116,527 p.a. plus up to 17% superannuation

Position closing date: 20/09/2026

Ranked number one university in Australia for First Generation Student Enrolments (Good Universities Guide 2022) and with top rankings in Victoria around student support, social equity, skills and employment, we are driven to make difference to every student and the community providing lifelong learning, skills, and research locally, regionally, and globally.

With University and TAFE campuses in Ballarat, Berwick, Gippsland, and the Wimmera we are positioned to provide pathways from vocational education and skills training through to higher education.

About the role

As an integral member of our team, you will contribute to the development, delivery and assessment of Early Childhood Education units at undergraduate and graduate levels and contribute to the institute by undertaking scholarly research and administrative functions.

You will:

• prepare and deliver lectures, tutorials and seminars;

• undertake assessment and moderation of units at undergraduate and postgraduate levels;

• develop course materials and resources in early childhood education; and

• contribute to a range of activities associated with the development and delivery of curriculum.

About you

You will work as part of the Institute’s team of academic and administrative staff. You will possess proven educational, scholarly research and professional experience and seek to make a solid contribution to the teaching effort within the Institute within the strategic framework of the University and in accordance with its mission. You will be a creative thinker and avid problem-solver, who possesses initiative, innovation, and a can-do attitude.

You will possess demonstrated:

• commitment to and enthusiasm for teaching with a strong record of teaching experience in a tertiary environment;

• ability to develop and implement a student-centred approach with a focus on student educational experience and success;

• experience in academic administration; and

• ability, commitment and passion for engaging in scholarly research.

All University positions delivering education and/or services to children must hold a valid Working With Children Check (WWCC). Please refer to the position description for WWCC requirements.

Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander people are strongly encouraged to apply.

How to apply

Please apply by Sunday, 20 September 2026

Applicants are required to submit a suitability statement not to exceed two-pages and a resume.

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