174-26-6 - RECE Early Years - Clarence Street Childcare
RECE Early Years - Clarence Street Childcare – 174-26-6

Early Years Child Care, Social Services

Full-Time

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 23, 2026, for the RECE position with Early Years Child Care , Social Services. The Six Nations of the Grand River Application for Employment Form, Job Posting and Job Description are available for printing from the www.greatsn.com website. Online applications accepted through My Job Search . 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 RECE Reports to and works under the direction and supervision of the Child Care Supervisor and in accordance with Six Nations Social Services Mandate the Early Childhood Educator.

Type
Full-Time

Closing Date
September 23, 2026

Hours of Work
37.5 hours per week

Wage
Minimum $31.43 per hour

*A competitive compensation package will be offered commensurate with qualifications. *

BASIC QUALIFICATIONS

Must have an Early Childhood Education Diploma through a Community College

Must be Registered with the College of Early Childhood Education

Thoroughly familiar with relevant legislation, regulations and guidelines, i.e., requirements as set out by the Child Care and Early Years Act

Must have a valid certificate in First Aid/CPR

Must submit and ensure immunizations are up to date

Must submit a health assessment as according to the Child Care Early Years Act

Must pass a criminal/vulnerable sector check

Must sign and submit an offence declaration every calendar year in which a vulnerable sector check is to be obtained

RECE Early Years - Clarence Street Childcare – Full-Time - 174-26-6

c/o Reception Desk

Grand River Employment & Training (GREAT)

EARLY YEARS CHILD CARE SERVICES
REPORTING RELATIONSHIP
Reports to and works under the direction and supervision of the Child Care Supervisor and in accordance with Six Nations Social Services Mandate the Early Childhood Educator.

PURPOSE AND SCOPE OF THE POSITION
Under the direction of the Child Care Supervisor, the Registered Early Childhood Educator (RECE/ECE) is responsible for maintaining a high quality child care program by offering safe play-based, child-centred learning experiences for children six months to nine years; promoting the emotional, cognitive, social, and physical well-being of the children while effectively communicating with the parents.

The RECE/ECE will ensure the implementation of “How Does Learning Happen”, Excerpts from ELECT document, and also comply with Six Nations Elected Council Employment Policy, the Six Nations Council Health and Safety Guidelines, Six Nations Child Care Policy and Procedures and Parent Handbook.

DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES

TECHNICAL:

Provide a nurturing and caring environment conducive to learning

Identifying child interests that will enhance the developmental areas of the child including curiosity, self- esteem and cultural awareness

Feeding infants in accordance with written instruction of parents and providing parents with any concerns relating to food intake

Perform daily playground and sleep room duty following established procedures/guidelines.

Cleaning and maintaining furniture, toys and equipment including counter space and sink in designated area

Changing and rearranging furniture, toys and equipment for variety as per child’s interest

Providing guidance to student teachers/volunteers and other trainees on assignment at the child care programs

Observing individual child’s development and referring concerns to the Special Needs Consultant and assisting the Special Needs Resourcing Team in developing and implementing individual programs

Following behaviour management and self- regulation guidelines





Participation in monthly staff meeting that discuss curriculum including mentoring and guiding students through collaborative and reflective dialogue.

ADMINISTRATIVE:

Acting as a role model for co-workers, parents, students, volunteers, and visitors

Planning, writing, implementing and evaluating activities/curriculum for developmental growth of the child, through group and individual activities, indoor and outdoor activities and active and quiet

Be flexible in working with all age groups as required

Keeping daily log of each child and daily activities as required by the Child Care and Early Years Act and “Hi Mamma®”

Plan walks, trips, visitors and resources to compliment planned program

Planning and implementing gathering time that is related and/or is of interest to the children

Providing supervision and interaction with children at all times

Doing an informal health check of each child upon arrival

Daily inventory of equipment in designated area inside and outside to ensure items have been returned and put away

Conducting parent interviews

Implement the ELECT framework and “How Learning Happens” framework or any future childhood developmental tools that may arise while in the position

Engage in lifelong learning, value professional growth through workshops, courses, training to advance professional development, as required in maintaining Continuous Professional Learning (CPL) and daily opportunities to co-learn alongside children, peers and families.

Name tag is required/worn daily for security purposes-if lost/stolen a charge will be required

COMMUNICATIONS & LIAISON

Greeting children and parents upon arrival and departure

Apply safety procedures and address emergencies according to established procedures

Providing daily communications with co-workers as per scaffolding of learning based on child’s interest and developmental skills, to prepare and implement activities

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

Interact effectively with children, parents, co-workers, students and volunteers

Providing daily communications with parents both written and verbal on child’s progress and recording difficulties, accomplishments, milestones, and symptoms of ill health in daily journal and child’s individual records

Assisting with planning and implementing parent meetings or programs

Assisting in promotional activities/fundraising

Conduct parent interviews as required

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

Maintaining confidentiality as per Six Nations Council Employment Policy

OTHER RELATED DUTIES:

Any other related duties as assigned by the Child Care Supervisors which includes, 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

Patience and flexibility working with a variety of age groups

Works in a climate controlled environment accept for daily outdoor supervision/interaction with children

Some after-hours participation for staff meetings, parent meetings and other planned activities





Meeting ratios when required during “unscheduled” shutdowns as per Six Nations Council Personnel Policy

Lifting of children, lifting and moving furnishings and equipment daily

Cell phones are not to be used during work hours unless authorized by the Coordinator (emergency, trips)

Name tag is required/worn daily-a charge will be added if lost/stolen (current name tag located at the Human Resources)

Maintain confidentiality

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.

Works with the Supervisor of Child Care Services

Receives supervision, instruction, direction and guidance in planning, priorities and interactions to ensure tasks are done efficiently and effectively.

Being professional and being able to accept constructive criticism

Receives direction and guidance

With the Directors and Managers

Acting as a resource providing information and assistance in a cooperative and courteous manner.

With the Community

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.

Represents and promotes Six Nations Social Services; maintains awareness of legislation, policy and program changes: develops sound professional working relationships

With partnership of Conestoga College

Working in cooperation in the use of thoughtful constructed program design that draws evidence-based research, to observe, document, interact and research children enrolled.

These valuable opportunities allow to work together to connect theory to practice in an environment of practise for students that is reflective and responsive philosophy values and beliefs

KNOWLEDGE AND SKILLS
Minimum Qualifications

Must have an Early Childhood Education Diploma through a Community College

Must be Registered with the College of Early Childhood Education

Thoroughly familiar with relevant legislation, regulations and guidelines, i.e., requirements as set out by the Child Care and Early Years Act

Must have a valid certificate in First Aid/CPR

Must submit and ensure immunizations are up to date

Must submit a health assessment as according to the Child Care Early Years Act

Must pass a criminal/vulnerable sector check

Must sign and submit an offence declaration every calendar year in which a vulnerable sector check is to be obtained

Other Preferred Qualifications

Will have excellent communication skills; verbal and written, as well as good interpersonal skills.

Knowledgeable of Haudenosaunee culture, language and traditions of Six Nations

Will be willing to participate in training and upgrading.

Preference will be given to Six Nations band members.

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. Failure to comply with the regulations of the Child Care and Early Years Act can impact on the license of the child care programs

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,

Works within the Six Nations Child Care Services program statement, Six Nations Child Care employee policy, procedures, and Parent Handbook.

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