Certificate 111 Traineeship & casual/part time qualified Educators

🌿 Join Our Team at Thredbo Early Childhood Centre! 🏔️

Looking for a rewarding career in one of Australia's most beautiful alpine communities?

Thredbo Early Childhood Centre is a small, community-based service where children, families and educators are genuinely valued. We pride ourselves on creating a warm, supportive environment where meaningful relationships come first and every team member has the opportunity to make a real difference.

We're currently recruiting for:

Part-time/Casual Qualified Early Childhood Educators

Full-time Certificate III Trainee – Early Childhood Education and Care

Whether you're an experienced educator looking for flexible work or someone ready to begin an exciting career in early childhood, we'd love to hear from you.

Living and working in the Snowy Mountains offers an incredible lifestyle—skiing and snowboarding in winter, hiking, mountain biking, fishing and lake days in summer, all while being part of a welcoming local community. If you're looking for a role where your work is valued and your weekends are filled with adventure, this could be the perfect opportunity.

📍 Located in beautiful Thredbo Village.

👉 Apply Now: https://thredboearlychildcare.com.au/careers/

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By CELA 5 Aug, 2026

Meaningful transitions: Embracing the magic between moments

Transitions are not just about moving children from one activity to the next. At Jumbunna Community Preschool and Early Intervention Centre, transitions have become learning opportunities that build independence and a self-regulation toolkit.

Find out how music, visuals, emotional check-ins and children’s interests are helping create calmer, more meaningful transitions.

By CELA 8 Jul, 2026

More than a break: Why outdoor learning matters

Outdoor environments are increasingly recognised as rich learning spaces, not just an opportunity for ‘free play’ or a break from indoor routines.

This article explores how some educators are reframing the outdoors as a core part of pedagogy shaped by curiosity, collaboration and engagement with the natural world. 

By Sally_Wilson 6 Jul, 2026

Connecting with autistic children through curiosity and joy 

Strong relationships are at the heart of great early childhood education. For autistic children, connection begins when educators notice strengths, follow interests and create opportunities for joyful, responsive play. 

This article explores how a strengths-based approach can support autistic children to feel seen, valued and ready to learn.

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