About MIHELP
MIHELP (Montessori In Home Early Learning Professionals) is an approved In Home Care (IHC) provider supporting families who require flexible, home-based early childhood education and care. We work with educators who are reliable, child-focused, professional and able to travel to family homes to deliver care in line with family needs and service requirements.
Kangaroo Flat
Position Title
[In Home Care Educator / In Home Childcare Educator]
State / Territory
☐ VIC
Suburb / Area / Postcode
Kangaroo Flat
Employment Type
Independent Contractor
Start Date
ASAP
Service Schedule
Flexible
Family / Placement Reference (optional)
Child 5YO
Monday, Wednesday, Friday 7,30am-4.30pm
We are looking for a caring, dependable and professional educator to provide In Home Care services for a MIHELP family. The successful candidate will travel to the family home and deliver high-quality care in accordance with MIHELP procedures, family routines and child safety requirements.
Key Responsibilities
· Provide safe, nurturing and developmentally appropriate care in the family home.
· Follow the agreed care routine, service schedule and MIHELP directions.
· Support daily routines such as play, meals, rest, transitions and school-related care where required.
· Transport children safely where this is part of the placement and approved by MIHELP and the family.
· Maintain professional communication with MIHELP and the family.
· Complete required records, timesheets and service documentation accurately and on time.
· Follow MIHELP policies relating to child safety, supervision, safe sleep, medical conditions, transport, emergency response and confidentiality.
Essential Requirements
· Driver licence and access to a reliable vehicle, if driving is required for the placement.
· Willingness and ability to travel to family homes.
· Working With Children Check valid for the relevant state / territory.
· Current First Aid, CPR, Asthma and Anaphylaxis training (or willingness to obtain before commencement if permitted).
· Certificate III in Early Childhood Education and Care (or higher), or actively working towards a relevant qualification, subject to MIHELP and regulatory requirements.
· Police Check and other screening checks as required.
· Professional communication skills, reliability and punctuality.
· Ability to work independently in a home-based care environment.
Desirable
· Previous experience in In Home Care, Family Day Care or centre-based early childhood education and care.
· Experience with school-age care, infant care, or supporting children with additional needs.
· A second language relevant to family needs, if applicable.
· Intermediate computer skills and confidence using email, forms and online systems.
Why Educators Choose MIHELP
· Flexible work opportunities with family placements across ACT, NSW, VIC and QLD.
· Support from an experienced In Home Care provider.
· Training, induction and ongoing guidance.
· Car allowance for educator travel between the educator’s home and the service family home. This is an attractive feature for educators travelling to deliver IHC services.
· Opportunities that may suit educators looking to supplement part-time or casual work in other early childhood settings.
How to Apply
Please send your resume and a short cover email outlining your location, availability, qualification status and relevant experience to [email protected].
Pay: $33.00 – $45.00 per hour
Benefits:
Work Location: In person
