Early Childhood Teacher Salary in Melbourne (2026)

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Early Childhood Teachers in Melbourne earn a median salary of $91,520 in 2026, with most advertised roles falling between $76,743 and $115,000. That is broadly in line with Melbourne's all-roles median of $91,520. Figures are based on 26 jobs advertised on Seek.com.au in Melbourne in the last 30 days.

— Moderate demand 39th percentile by listing volume in Melbourne
💰 Early Childhood Teacher · Melbourne
ADVERTISED RANGE
$76,743 – $115,000
Median: $91,520
Mid level $76,743 – $115,000
Overall $76k–$115k Mid $76k–$115k $74k $83k $92k $100k $109k $118k
⚠ Low confidence 26 listings · 01/06/2026

Salary ranges are percentiles calculated from advertised employer bands on Seek.com.au. Figures represent what employers publicly advertise and may differ from actual compensation. Sample size is small — treat figures as indicative.

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Understanding the Melbourne Market

Early Childhood Teachers in Melbourne earned $91,520 from 26 listings, with no prior month comparison. Pay matches Melbourne's all-roles median exactly, meaning ECT is earning at market parity, an unusual and positive position for the education sector. Brisbane pays $8,048 more ($99,568), reflecting Queensland's stronger incentive structure. The 42% spread from $76k to $115k reflects the range across standalone early education services and school-based prep programmes.

Take Home Pay (based on median $91,520)

Weekly (net)
~$1,336
Monthly (net)
~$5,790
Annual (net)
~$69,478
Total package (incl. 2025-26 super at 11.5%) $102,044

Take-home calculated using 2025-26 ATO tax rates, no HECS debt, full Australian residency. Total package adds 11.5% superannuation to base salary. Adjust for your situation →

Frequently Asked Questions

What is a good starting salary for a junior Early Childhood Teacher in Melbourne?
Entry-level Early Childhood Teachers in Melbourne earn $76,743 to $91,520 at the mid level. A Bachelor of Education (Early Childhood) with ACECQA registration is required. Working in the government-funded kindergarten sector typically provides the highest pay at this stage, supported by the Victorian Government's ECT subsidy.
Is $91,520 a good salary in Melbourne?
At $91,520 and at Melbourne's all-roles median exactly, ECT is earning at market parity, which is a positive signal for the sector. Melbourne's high cost of living means this is a workable rather than comfortable income. Early Childhood Educators in Melbourne earn $72,036, showing the significant qualification premium ECTs command.
How much does a Senior Early Childhood Teacher make in Melbourne?
Melbourne Early Childhood Teachers cap around $115,000 at the p90, which reflects director or lead teacher roles in premium settings or large community-managed services. Moving into Centre Director or educational leadership roles provides access to $100,000 to $130,000 in the Victorian sector.

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Early Childhood Teacher salaries in other cities

City Median salary vs Melbourne
Melbourne (this page) $91,520 —
Brisbane $99,568 +9%
Sydney $90,726 ~same

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