Lecturer - Bachelor of Early Childhood Education

Shape the next generation of Early Childhood Educators

Box Hill Institute | Casual opportunities

We're seeking an experienced Lecturer in Bachelor of Early Childhood Education to join our Higher Education team. This role offers the opportunity to teach and inspire undergraduate students, contribute to innovative learning experiences, and support student success within a leading higher education environment.

This is a casual opportunity. Attractive remuneration dependent on qualifications & experience, plus 12% superannuation.

Why work with us?

At Box Hill Institute, we offer more than just a job - we offer a supportive and rewarding work environment where your wellbeing, growth and achievements are celebrated. Our benefits are designed to help you thrive both professionally and personally:

• Flexible work arrangements to support work-life balance
• On-site parking for added convenience
• Career progression opportunities and reward & recognition programs to celebrate your success
• Generous leave options such as Defence Reserve Service, Emergency Response, up to 20 days paid Family Violence leave and up to 16 weeks paid Parental Leave
• Health and wellbeing supports and resources, including FREE flu-vaccinations, FREE skin checks, FREE health checks and corporate health insurance discounts
• Financial perks like novated leasing and salary packaging
• Exclusive staff discounts on CAE/Box Hill Institute short courses for staff and their immediate family as well as discounted access to our on-campus retail services such as floristry, day spa and beauty salons, hairdressing salon, barbershop, restaurant, vet & dog grooming - all delivered by students in training, under the supervision of their teachers.

About the role:

Reporting to the Academic Course Manager, you will deliver engaging and contemporary teaching within the Bachelor of Early Childhood Education program. Working with domestic and international students, you will prepare, deliver and assess high-quality learning experiences that support academic achievement, graduate outcomes and compliance requirements.

You will play an important role in fostering an inclusive and supportive learning environment while helping maintain Box Hill Institute's reputation for academic excellence and industry relevance.

What you'll do:

• Deliver high-quality on-campus and online teaching to Bachelor of Early Childhood Education students.
• Develop engaging learning resources, assessments and teaching materials that support diverse learning styles.
• Utilise digital learning technologies, including Moodle and Microsoft Teams, to enhance student engagement.
• Assess student work and provide timely, constructive feedback.
• Identify and support students at risk, referring students to appropriate academic or wellbeing services where required.
• Ensure teaching practices, assessment activities and resources meet regulatory and quality requirements.
• Contribute to continuous improvement initiatives and participate in team activities and academic discussions.
• Create safe, inclusive and supportive learning environments that promote student success

About You:

To be successful in this role, you will be a passionate educator with significant early childhood expertise and demonstrated experience teaching within higher education settings. You will bring strong curriculum development capabilities, excellent communication skills and a commitment to creating outstanding student learning experiences.

Qualifications & Experience

• Doctorate, PhD or Master's qualification in Education specialising in Early Childhood Education and Teaching.
• Current Victorian Institute of Teaching (VIT) registration/membership (Early Childhood).
• Demonstrated experience teaching Early Childhood Education within the Higher Education sector.
• Extensive and current knowledge of the Australian Early Childhood sector
• Experience designing, developing and delivering high-quality learning and assessment resources.
• Proficiency in learning management systems and online teaching platforms such as Moodle, Microsoft Teams or Zoom.
• Strong interpersonal, communication and stakeholder engagement skills.
• Demonstrated commitment to diversity, inclusion and supporting students from varied backgrounds.
• Have, or be willing to obtain, Victorian Working with Children Check and National Police Check clearance.

About us:

For over 100 years, we've been changing lives for the better, continuing to make this world a better place for all. By providing people with opportunities to expand their knowledge, experience and understanding of the world, we empower them to change their lives.

Our students can pursue everything - non-accredited short courses through the Centre for Adult Education (CAE); senior secondary qualifications including the Victorian Certificate of Education (VCE) and VCE Vocational Major (VCE VM); vocational certificates (including pre-apprenticeships, apprenticeships and traineeships) and diplomas; and higher education degrees and a graduate certificate.

We are committed to a highly motivated and aligned workforce, so we'll be by your side to enable you, help you grow and offer you benefits which enhance your work-life balance.

Apply now

All applications must be submitted online and include a cover letter and current resume.

For specific enquiries relating to this position, please contact Vicki Gazis at ••••@boxhill.edu.au.

Applications close: 5pm, Thursday 10th September 2026. Please note: We will be assessing applications as they come in and the position may be filled before the closing date

We are a 2026 Circle Back Initiative Employer - we commit to respond to every applicant.

Box Hill Institute is a welcoming, safe and respectful work environment. We are work-life friendly and an equal opportunity employer. We encourage people from all backgrounds, abilities and identities to apply for our vacancies.

Commitment to child safety

Box Hill Institute is a Child Safe Organisation and has a zero tolerance towards the harm or abuse of children and young people.

We believe that child safety is everyone's responsibility. All employees, volunteers, contractors and service providers are required to promote a culture of child safety, comply with the Child Safe Standards and other relevant legislation and reporting obligations of suspected child abuse as per the Institute's Child Safety Policy and Procedures.

All employees are required to hold and maintain a current, valid Working with Children Check for the duration of their employment at their own expense.

Candidates for employment at Box Hill Institute will be subject to pre-employment probity checks, and must satisfy Box Hill Institute's pre-conditions for employment.

Box Hill Institute reserves the right to withdraw an advertised position at any stage.