Preschool Field Officer at City of Moonee Valley

Melbourne, Victoria, Australia -

Full Time

Start Date

Immediate

Expiry Date

26 Apr, 26

Salary

0.0

Posted On

26 Jan, 26

Experience

5 year(s) or above

Remote Job

Yes

Telecommute

Yes

Sponsor Visa

Skills

Early Childhood Education, Inclusive Practice, Child Development, Coaching, Mentoring, Advising, Collaboration, Professional Support, Family Engagement, Special Education, Kindergarten Programs, Educator Support, Service Connection, Contemporary Frameworks, VIT Registration, Postgraduate Qualifications

Industry

Government Administration

Description

Preschool Field Officer Reference number: 11000 Closing date: 11pm, Sunday 8 February 2026 Temporary part-time role | 2 days per week | Until December 2026 Are you an experienced early childhood teacher with a passion for inclusion and experience in supporting or coaching educators? This is an opportunity to use your expertise beyond the classroom and support educators to create inclusive kindergarten programs for all children. The Role As a Preschool Field Officer, you will work closely with kindergarten educators to build their capacity to support the access and participation of children with additional needs in funded three and four-year-old kindergarten programs. Through a coaching model, you will provide practical guidance, professional support and advice, and help educators connect families with relevant services and supports. About You You are an accomplished Early Childhood Teacher who brings strong knowledge of inclusive practice, child development and contemporary early learning frameworks. You have experience supporting children with additional needs and enjoy coaching, mentoring, advising and working collaboratively with educators and families. You will have: • ACECQA-approved Early Childhood Teaching qualification • Extensive experience delivering inclusive kindergarten programs • Strong knowledge of early childhood education and specialist support services • Current VIT registration • Postgraduate qualifications in Special Education (desirable) and experience in Coaching Why Join Us This fixed-term, part-time role offers flexibility, professional challenge and the chance to make a meaningful difference across multiple kindergarten settings. How to Apply Applications must be submitted through our online system My Portal and should be in line with the Moonee Valley City Council Application Guide. For further information, please view the position description or contact Sharne Wheaton, Team Leader Education and Planning on 0439 071 925. Shortlisted candidates will be contacted in February.

Responsibilities

As a Preschool Field Officer, you will work closely with kindergarten educators to enhance their ability to support children with additional needs. You will provide practical guidance and connect families with relevant services.