Applications will be received by Six Nations of the Grand River and Grand River Employment & Training (GREAT) up until 4:00 p.m. EST, Wednesday, September 2, 2026, for the Early Learning Facilitator with Early Years Child Care, Social Services.

The Six

Nations of the Grand River Application for Employment Form, Job Posting and are available for printing from the www.greatsn.com (http://www.greatsn.com) website. Online applications are accepted through My Job Search (https://recruiting.ultipro.ca/SIX5100SIXN/JobBoard/336dbed0-9af0-461e-8b6b-0978de5669d8/?q=&o;=postedDateDesc). NO LATE APPLICATIONS ACCEPTED.

Applicants from Six Nations and other First Nations will be given preference to deliver programs and services in a First Nations community.

JOB SUMMARY: The Early Learning Facilitator reports to and works under the direction and supervision of the Gahwajiya:de’ Detenatgwa’ta’ – Family Gathering Program Supervisor.

The Early Learning Facilitator is responsible for the delivery of a high-quality program by offering play-based, child-centered learning experiences to support children’s holistic development and to create a hub of support for our community and creating a sense of belonging for children and their families.

The Early Learning

Facilitator is part of a team working together to foster relationships with children, parents, staff, community and students, and performing other related duties as assigned.

Type

Contract (1 year)

Closing Date

September 2, 2026

Hours of Work

37.5 hrs/week

Wage

Minimum $27.20/hour A competitive compensation package will be offered commensurate with qualifications.

BASIC QUALIFICATIONS:

- Secondary School Diploma and willing to obtain enrollment in Early Childhood Education College Course or equivalent.
- Thoroughly familiar with relevant legislation, regulations and guidelines, i.e., requirements as set out by the Child Care and Early Years Act.
- Possesses excellent communication skills; verbal and written, as well as good interpersonal skills.
- Availability and flexibility for working various shifts during weekdays, nights or an occasional a shift on the weekend.
- Knowledgeable of Haudenosaunee culture, language and traditions of Six Nations
- Willingness to upgrade personal skills as required.
- Must pass a medical examination and immunizations are up to date.
- Must pass a criminal records/vulnerable records check.
- Must have a valid certificate in First Aid/CPR or willing to obtain one.
- Access to a reliable insured vehicle and must have a valid class “G” Ontario driver’s licence or willing to obtain and have a valid class “F” Ontario driver’s licence or obtain one, as required.
- A positive understanding of the theory and practice of family support programs within the assigned work areas, Six Nations of the Grand River and Brant County.
- Experience working with families and children in community settings.

SUBMISSION PROCEDURE: (Choose one method ONLY):

Method #1: Online

- Please visit: My Job Search (https://recruiting.ultipro.ca/SIX5100SIXN/JobBoard/336dbed0-9af0-461e-8b6b-0978de5669d8/?q=&o;=postedDateDesc) to access our job board and follow the directions to apply.
- Please ensure all required documents are provided/uploaded with your application package, which include:
- Cover letter including your band name and number (if applicable). Please indicate in your letter how your education and experience qualifies you for this position.
- Recent resume clearly identifying that you meet the Basic Qualifications of this position as stipulated above.
- Copy of your education diploma/degree/certificate and transcript.

- If you have any questions or need assistance, please reach out Hayley Noseworthy, HR Business Partner at (phone hidden) ext. 5724 or via email at [email protected] (mailto:[email protected]).

Method #2: GREAT – Applications must include all of the following:

- Printed, filled in and authorized Six Nations of the Grand River Application for Employment Form.
- Cover letter including your band name and number (if applicable). Please indicate in your letter how your education and experience qualifies you for this position.
- Recent resume clearly identifying that you meet the Basic Qualifications of this position as stipulated above.
- Photocopy of your education diploma/degree/certificate and transcript.
- Place all documents listed above in a sealed envelope and mail to or drop off at:

Early Learning Facilitator – Contract – 162-26-6 c/o Reception Desk

Grand River Employment & Training (GREAT)

P.O. Box 69, 16 Sunrise Court

Ohsweken, Ontario N0A 1M0

EARLY LEARNING FACILITATOR

GAHWAJIYA:DE’ DETENATGWA’TA-FAMILY GATHERINGS PROGRAM

REPORTING RELATIONSHIP:

Reports to and works under the direction and supervision of the Gahwajiya:de’ Detenatgwa’ta’ – Family Gathering Program Supervisor.





PURPOSE AND SCOPE OF THE POSITION:

The Early Learning Facilitator is responsible for the delivery of a high-quality program by offering play-based, child-centered learning experiences to support children’s holistic development and to create a hub of support for our community and creating a sense of belonging for children and their families.

The Early Learning

Facilitator is part of a team working together to foster relationships with children, parents, staff, community and students, and performing other related duties as assigned.

DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES:

TECHNICAL:

- Maintaining a high quality interactive program for families, children and our community.
- Identifying areas that will enhance the developmental areas of the child including curiosity, self-esteem and cultural awareness.
- Planning, developing, and implementing and evaluating activities/curriculum that will enhance interactions between parents and their children, group programs and individual activities, indoor and outdoor activities: active and quiet.
- Ongoing communications with parents and children.
- Plan, develop and implement activities that coordinate with summer camps/PD days/Mid Winters/March Break activities and outings.
- Encouraging self-help skills that are age and developmentally appropriate.
- Provide a resource library for parents/guardians/youth/children of all ages.
- Outreach and assisting in the promotion of the Family Gathering program, fundraising, and activities to attract new families to the centre.
- Cleaning, disinfecting and maintaining furniture, toys and equipment including counter space and sink, in designated area.
- Maintain an inventory of equipment in designated area, outside and inside, ensuring their return.
- Applying safety procedures and handling emergencies appropriately
- Daily housekeeping, recyclables and garbage removal, moping as needed before and after programs

ADMINISTRATION:

- Maintaining a daily journal and recording observations of behaviours for reports to the immediate Supervisor.
- Acting as a role model for parents, students, volunteers, other staff and visitors
- Assisting with planning and implementing parent meetings or programs
- Observing individual child’s development and referring concerns to the supervisor
- Assisting the Supervisor in developing and implementing individual programs and writing progress reports
- Operate within multi-agency networks to ensure the correct support is available
- Provide one-on-one supports/counseling to parents, caregivers and children in form of referrals, linkages with other professionals
- Practice/implement the ELECT framework and How Learning Happens framework or any future childhood developmental tools that may arise while in the position.
- Plan, develop and produce learning resource materials, creative activities and workshop audio-visuals for the implementation of programs for all ages
- Computer knowledge and some experience with data collection
- On-going upgrading your skills through workshops, courses, training to advance professional development, as required.

COMMUNICATIONS & LIAISON

- Working cooperatively with all staff enhancing relationships with community resources and collaboration with existing programs and services on and off Six Nations of the Grand River communities
- Maintaining confidentiality and ensures compliance following Personal Health Information Protection Act (PHIPA) and the *Personal Information Protection and Electronic Documents Act (*PIPEDA) legislation regulations
- Maintaining a team approach to resolving such issues, conflicts and problems that may arise in the process of providing support services
- Involving supervisor and staff in decision making respecting unit problem solving, planning and development

OTHER RELATED DUTIES: Any other related duties as assigned by the Child Care Supervisors which include, but is not limited to, participation in the Six Nations Emergency Response Plan, Pandemic Plan of Response and the Trauma Events Response Team (TERT).

WORKING CONDITIONS:

- Work involves mental stress, balancing multiple projects in a workload with broad ranged focus, constant interaction with partners, community members, staff and relevant agencies
- Subject to deadlines, interruptions, and evening or weekend work hours, and the ability to take direction, and work effectively and independently.




- Expected travel inside and outside of the community with the possibility of using personal transportation.

WORKING RELATIONSHIPS:

- Must be able to work independently and as a team player within the Six Nations Social Services and all other work environments.
- Establishing positive, collaborative working relationships and linkages among all service providers within all work environments.
- Receives supervision, instruction, direction and guidance in planning, priorities and interactions to ensure tasks are done efficiently and effectively.

Works with the Supervisor of Family Gatherings
- Receives direction and guidance always practicing professionalism.
- Willingness to discuss plans, priorities and interacts to ensure tasks are done efficiently and effectively.
- Working with the supervisor to maintain administrative duties, including program planning, inventory and collection of statistics.

With the Directors and Managers
- Acting as a resource providing information and assistance in a cooperative and courteous manner.

With the Community
- Provides information and assistance, and cultural training to support the Indigenous child and youth,
- Working in a cooperative and courteous manner that represents and promotes Six Nations Council and the Social Services Department,
- Familiar with Six Nations Council Employment and Health and Safety policies and procedures.

KNOWLEDGE AND SKILLS:

Minimum Qualifications

- Secondary School Diploma and willing to obtain enrollment in Early Childhood Education College Course or equivalent.
- Thoroughly familiar with relevant legislation, regulations and guidelines, i.e., requirements as set out by the Child Care and Early Years Act.
- Possesses excellent communication skills; verbal and written, as well as good interpersonal skills.
- Availability and flexibility for working various shifts during weekdays, nights or an occasional a shift on the weekend.
- Knowledgeable of Haudenosaunee culture, language and traditions of Six Nations
- Willingness to upgrade personal skills as required.
- Must pass a medical examination and immunizations are up to date.
- Must pass a criminal records/vulnerable records check.
- Must have a valid certificate in First Aid/CPR or willing to obtain one.
- Access to a reliable insured vehicle and must have a valid class “G” Ontario driver’s licence or willing to obtain and have a valid class “F” Ontario driver’s licence or obtain one, as required.
- A good understanding of the theory and practice of family support programs within the assigned work areas, Six Nations of the Grand River and Brant County.
- Experience working with families and children in community settings.

Other Preferred Qualifications
- Early Childhood Educator Diploma and registered with the College of Early Childhood Educators/Child & Youth Worker Diploma or
- An equivalent college diploma from a recognized community college with 2 years’ work experience with children aged 0 to 10 and families
- Work experience with special needs children an asset
- Excellent computer skills and demonstrated proficiency in current business software.
- Excellent written and effectual oral communications skills working with adults and children.
- Good organizational skills and an ability to work independently and as a strong team player; good interpersonal skills.
- Ability to teach primary words/phrases from either Mohawk/Cayuga Language
- Ability to be patient, and could relate to children and adults with equal respect and dignity, regardless of life experiences, culture and values
- Preference will be given to Haudenosaunee, Six Nations band members.
- Sensitive to and act on the individual child’s developmental needs.
- Knowledge of WHIMIS will be considered an asset

IMPACT OF ERROR: Errors in judgment and in the conduct of duties could lead to loss of credibility, poor public relations, and public confusion, serious impacts on clients and staff, and legal liability to self and to Six Nations Council.

CONTROL

- Works within the organizational structure and administrative policy and procedures established by the Six Nations of the Grand River Employment Policy,
- Works within the Six Nations Social Services values, principles, and mission statement, and the Six Nations of the Grand River Child and Family Services policies as set by the Six Nations Council
- Works within the policies and procedures established through service contracts by the Six Nations Council and relevant funding agencies.

DISCLAIMER This document describes the position currently available and is only a summary of the typical functions of the position. It is not to be understood as an employment contract. The above is not an exhaustive list of the duties, responsibilities, working conditions or skills required for this position. Additional duties may be assigned. Six Nations Social Services reserve the right to modify job duties or the at any time.

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