Melbourne

Lead Educator

A Lead Educator cares for young children and babies in a childcare centre. You’ll prepare educational programs and organise activities that nurture children’s creativity and development. Lead Educators support children during daily routine activities such as eating or toileting and may focus on areas such as social skills or personal hygiene practices.

Lead Educators should be organised and able to handle several tasks at one time. It’s important you have strong personal skills and enjoy working with young children. Lead Educators should have good communication skills and be able to liaise with colleagues, parents and children. You’ll need to be patient and be able to follow correct procedures.

Future demand High
Average yearly income $72,800
Skill level Advanced

How do I become a lead educator?

All skill levels Beginner Experienced
CHC50121

Diploma of Early Childhood Education and Care

On Campus, Online
15 - 24 months
$0 - $15,842
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Additional requirements may apply.
  • There are no mandated entry requirements.
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Graduate Certificate in Educational Leadership

Online
6 - 8 months
$8,418 - $11,300
  • There are no mandated entry requirements.
Additional requirements may apply.
  • There are no mandated entry requirements.
Additional requirements may apply.

Bachelor of Early Childhood Education and Leadership

On Campus
48 months
Unavailable
  • There are no mandated entry requirements.
Additional requirements may apply.
  • There are no mandated entry requirements.
Additional requirements may apply.
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