20th June, 2025
Do you believe in the magic of art to transform a child’s world? Are you bursting with creativity and ready to inspire the next generation of little Picassos and Kahlos? Explorers Early Learning is on the lookout for a passionate, energetic, and visionary Visual Arts Facilitator to bring joy, colour, and imagination into our children's lives!
At Explorers, we live by a ‘Framework of Joy’ — where curiosity is encouraged, creativity is celebrated, and every child is empowered to explore their artistic voice in a nurturing, play-based environment.
Why This Role is Pure Magic:
- Make a Real Impact: Craft exciting, age-appropriate visual arts experiences for children aged 6 weeks to 5 years.
- Be Part of Something Bold: Join our newest and most inspiring initiative designed to let children “Be Curious” and “Be The Joy”!
- Travel in Style: Visit 9 of our beautiful, purpose-built centres across Melbourne’s North and West suburbs – every weekday from 9:30am to 4:00pm.
- Thrive in a Creative Culture: Join a team that celebrates innovation, supports growth, and truly values the arts in early education.
Where you'll work. You will be required to travel between our centres in:
- Armadale
- Ashwood
- Essendon
- Greenvale
- Mt Cottrell
- Tarneit
- Werribee
- Williams Landing
- Williamstown
Ideal for someone who love variety, new environments, and building relationships with different teams and communities.
What You'll Do: - Deliver engaging, play-based language and cultural sessions in Italian, Spanish or French
- Foster children’s imagination and creativity through songs, storytelling, games and interactive experiences
- Support cultural understanding and celebrate diversity with thoughtfully planned activities
- Collaborate with educators and share your expertise to embed cultural learning across the curriculum
What You’ll Bring: - A Certificate III or higher in Early Childhood Education (Essential)
- A deep understanding of early childhood development and education practices
- Experience or knowledge of Reggio Emilia-inspired approaches to learning (Highly Desired)
- A genuine passion for working with young children and igniting their creative spark
- The ability to dream up and deliver a vibrant, inclusive arts program using open-ended materials
- A valid Working with Children Check (Employee), Police Check, and the right to work in Australia
- A valid Driver’s Licence – you’ll be our traveling artist!
Why Join Explorers? - Be part of a Reggio Emilia-inspired learning environment where children and educators grow together
- Work with a warm, welcoming team who are as passionate as you are
- Enjoy supportive professional development and career progression opportunities
- Join a company that embraces flexibility, inclusion, and diversity
About Explorers: Explorers Early Learning is a family-owned and operated business with 20 childcare centres across Melbourne. Our beautiful, purpose-built centres and enriching learning environments reflect our commitment to delivering exceptional care and education.
We strongly believe in nurturing the growth and potential of our team members, and we're dedicated to providing a clear career path for those who share our passion for early childhood education.
Join our team and become a leader in the sector, delivering authentic Reggio Emilia-inspired, quality early education.
Explorers is committed to being a flexible, safe, equal, and inclusive workplace where we embrace and support diversity.
We encourage applications from people who are from diverse backgrounds, including Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander, people of any age, race, ethnicity, religion, gender identity, disability, sexual orientation, and cultural background.
*T&Cs apply.
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