The Registered Early Childhood Educator is responsible to provide a clean, caring, safe and educational program for young children and their families in a group setting.Educators cultivate authentic, caring relationships and connections to create a sense of belonging, nurture children’s healthy development and support their growing sense of self, provide environments and experiences to engage children in active, creative, and meaningful exploration, play, and inquiry, and foster communication and expression in all forms.Duties and ResponsibilitiesCorporate ResponsibilitiesFollow all organizational policies and procedures of Curve Lake First Nation and the O’Shkiigmong Early Learning CentreBe aware of the values, mission statement and guiding principles of O’Shkiigmong Early Learning CentreOperational ResponsibilitiesProvide a daily balance of active/quiet, indoor/outdoor and individual/group activitiesEstablish and carry out daily schedule that incorporates child‑directed activity, care routines and transition timesOrganize space, equipment and materials prior to activitiesUse a variety of teaching techniques including modeling, observing, questioning, demonstrating and reinforcingSet up daily routines to take advantage of embedded learning opportunitiesPlan and carry out experiences that promote children’s understanding of their own and other cultures and value systemPlan and carry out activities that promote problem‑solving play (pretend play, creative and constructive play and games with rules)Organize physical and social environment to extend and expand child‑directed play experiencesRecognize and build on emergent and early literacy and numerical activitiesRepresent and document children’s activities – photos, display of children’s drawings and printing, portfoliosProvide experiences and play materials that actively promote anti‑racist and non‑sexist interactions and attitudesParticipate in short and long term planning with the Early Learning Centre philosophy and policiesImmediately address problem behavior without labeling the childFollow behavior guidance policy established by the O’Shkiigmong Early Learning CentreFollow the Early Learning Centre procedures for maintaining health records, hygienic routines, universal precautions and administering medication and first aidReport all incidents, injuries and illness to the Supervisor or designate and record such incidents in the daily log, playground log and a serious occurrence, if necessaryMonitor the indoor and outdoor environment for hazardsUpdate daily children’s allergies and other special conditionsReport all incidents of suspected child maltreatmentRelease children only to persons authorized by the parent/guardiansFollow cleaning requirements as determined by cleaning checklistSet up and put away sleep cotsSeek out opportunities to recognize and respect family’s child rearing practices and expert knowledge about their childrenGuide families to agencies that will allow them to enhance their children’s early learning and developmentComplete daily information charts appropriate for the age groupDiscuss the program’s daily events with family members at drop‑off and pick‑up timesFollow licensing and other regulatory requirementsHuman Resources ResponsibilitiesCarry out the responsibilities of the Supervisor as the designate when requestedKeep up‑to‑date with early childhood education and advocacy developmentsMaintain regular attendance and punctuality and submit accurate time sheets every monthCommunications ResponsibilitiesReport to the SupervisorParticipate in staff meetingsMaintain confidentiality of all information related to the Early Learning Centre’s children, families and staffUse positive communicationEnsure all correspondence is prepared and distributed professionally on approved letterhead or memo form and has been proofreadFinancial ResponsibilitiesFollow the financial policies as they apply to this positionEnsure approval of all purchases. Submit receipts for purchase for reimbursementHealth and Safety ResponsibilitiesMaintain current first aid, CPR, WHIMIS,



and Food Handlers certificationsOther ResponsibilitiesPerform any other duties reasonably required by the Early Learning Centre Coordinator or Program Supervisor (e.G., island days, planned excursions, island sleepover, swimming, school transaction days, career development, buses, walks, daycare picnic, Christmas party, Christmas parade, staff meetings)QualificationsEducation & ExperienceRegistered with the College of ECE’sGraduate of Early Childhood Education programCurrent CPIC/Vulnerable sector certificationCurrent First Aid/CPR certificationBasic knowledge of Curve Lake First Nation and its business policies and processesExhibits a high degree of initiative and self‑direction; good oral and written communication skills; good organizational skills and ability to work in a group settingTwo to three years’ experience may be requiredKnowledge / Skills / AbilitiesPatience, dedication, energy, enthusiasm and caringAbility to deal with non‑routine situationsAbility to handle emergencies, crisis, or hostile behaviorAbility to maintain control in frustrating situationsAbility to report non‑routine situations to SupervisorAbility to maintain confidentiality of all information related to children, parents and staffAbility to carry/lift children and carry/lift/move moderately heavy itemsWillingness to work in conditions involving exposure to bodily fluids, infectious diseases, high noise levels and occasional inclement weatherPersonal SuitabilityBe honest and trustworthyBe respectfulPossess awareness and sensitivity to the history, language, culture and traditions of the people of Curve Lake First NationBe flexibleDemonstrate sound work ethicsMust demonstrate and ensure a high level of personal and professional conductTerms of EmploymentThis is a Permanent Full Time position beginning immediately. Hours are Monday to Friday. Annual salary range for this position is $51,848 - $56,457 based on a 39.5 work week.The successful candidate must provide an acceptable Canadian Police Information Check (CPIC) prior to commencing work.#J-18808-Ljbffr

📌 Registered Early Childhood Educator - C$51,848 - C$56,457 A Year (Havelock-Belmont-Methuen)
🏢 Curve Lake First Nation
📍 Havelock-Belmont-Methuen