RECE, Stoneridge Childcare– 177-26-6

Early Years Childcare, 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 30, 2026, for the RECE, Stoneridge Childcare with Early Years Childcare, 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 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 Job Title Reports and works under the direction and supervision of the Gahwajiya:de’ Detenatgwa’ta’ – Family Gatherings Supervisor.

Type

Full-Time

Closing Date

September 30, 2026

Hours of Work

37.5hrs/week

Wage

Minimum $31.43/hr A competitive compensation package will be offered commensurate with qualifications.

BASIC QUALIFICATIONS:

- Early Childhood Educator Diploma and registered with the College of Early Childhood Educators
- An equivalent college diploma from a recognized community college with 2 years’ work experience with children aged 0 to 10 and families
- Will have a valid certificate in First Aid/CPR or willing to acquire
- Work experience with special needs children an asset
- Access to a reliable insured vehicle and hold a valid Ontario Driver’s License class G
- Must pass a medical examination
- Must pass a criminal record check
- Will have good interpersonal skills
- Will have good verbal and written skills
- Will be flexible in working various day shift
- Preference will be given to Six Nations Band Members.
- Will have knowledge of Haudenosaunee Culture and Language or willing to obtain
- Will be thoroughly familiar with relevant legislation, regulations and guidelines
- Will be knowledgeable about the native culture, language and traditions of Six Nations
- Will be familiar with traditional approaches to assist
- Will be willing to upgrade their skills.
- A good understanding of the theory and practice of family support programs in our community
- Experience working with families and children in a community setting

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 will qualify 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 to 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 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 will qualify 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:

RECE, Stoneridge Childcare– Full-Time - 177-26-6

c/o Reception Desk

Grand River Employment & Training (GREAT)

P.O. Box 69, 16 Sunrise Court

Ohsweken, Ontario N0A 1M0

POSITION TITLE: RECE-Child and Family Worker

REPORTING RELATIONSHIP

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

PURPOSE AND SCOPE OF THE POSITION;

The RECE-Child and Family Worker will lead delivery of a high-quality skill building, authorized recreation before and after school program for children in kindergarten to Grade 6. The RECE-Child and Family Worker will also support Gahwajiya:de’ Detenatgwa’ta’ – Family Gatherings by promoting the function of a workable relationship with children, parents, staff, community, and students, promoting Haudenosaunee Culture and Language, and performing other related duties as assigned.

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



Family Gatherings Care Policy and Procedures and Parent Handbook.

DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES

TECHNICAL:

- Leading a high-quality interactive and collaborative before and after school program for children, families, and the community
- Identifying areas that will enhance the developmental areas of the child including curiosity, self-esteem, and cultural awareness
- Planning, writing implementing and evaluating activities/curriculum that will enhance the interactive between parents and their children, group programs and individual activities, indoor and outdoor activities: active and quiet
- Keeping a daily journal/record observations of behaviors
- Completing documentation and submission of stats as required from Ministry of Education.
- Ongoing communications with parents and children
- Plan; implement with summer camps/PD days/Mid Winters/March Break activities and outings
- Cleaning and maintaining furniture, toys and equipment including counter space and sink, in designate area. Daily sweeping/wiping off table, take garbage out, mopping if needed
- Changing and rearranging furniture, toys and equipment for variety
- Applying safety procedures and handling emergencies appropriately
- Encouraging self-help skills that are age and developmentally appropriate.
- Role model positive adult/child relationship
- Daily outdoor play/walks weather permitted
- Documenting and visual parent boards/communication with families using “How Does Learning Happen?

ADMINISTRATIVE:

- Acting as a role model for parents, students, volunteers, other staff and visitors
- Assisting with planning and implementing parent meetings or programs
- Using How Does Learning Happen? as a framework for all planning.
- Observing individual child’s development and referring concerns to the supervisor
- Assisting the Supervisor in developing and implementing individual programs and writing progress reports
- Assisting in promotion activities/fundraising
- Following behavior management guidelines.
- Operate within multi-agency networks to ensure the correct support is available
- Attending in-service training as well as surrounding areas
- Provide one-on-one supports/counseling to parents, caregivers, and children in form of referrals, linkages with other professionals
- Practice/implement the How Learning Happens framework or any future childhood developmental tools that may arise while in the position.
- Creative activities ready and set out for the next day (prior approved by the Supervisor)
- Computer knowledge and some experiences with data collection
- On-going upgrading your skills through workshops, courses, training

COMMUNICATIONS & LIAISON:

- On-going communications with parents and families regarding the outcomes of the child’s day during the before and after school program
- Providing guidance to parents, student teachers/volunteers and other trainees
- Build and maintain relationships with parents/guardians to further support children
- Support and encourage parents/caregivers in Gahwajiya:de’ Detenatgwa’ta’ – Family Gatherings to take part in the program with the child/children in their care
- Work with parents with cultural backgrounds to promote healthy infant/child-parent interactions and provide information on early child and infant development
- Promote and encourage families, staff, and community to utilize the Toy Lending Library

OTHER RELATED DUTIES:

- Performs any other related duties as assigned by the Supervisor of Gahwajiya:de’ Detenatgwa’ta’ – Family Gatherings as well as the Manager, Early Years Outreach which includes, but is not limited to, participation in the Six Nations Community Emergency Measures Plan.
- Changes in Job descriptions are based on the Ministry of Education, College of Early Childhood Educators, and the Six Nations Band Council Employee Policy. Employees will be notified of any changes.

WORKING CONDITIONS

- Some travel by car using own transportation
- Patience and flexibility working with a variety of age groups
- Daily contact with parents
- Working in a climate-controlled environment except for daily outside supervision/interaction with children
- Some after hour’s participation for staff meeting, parent meetings.
- This position involves mental stress; requires interaction with the public, subject to deadlines, interruptions, and some unscheduled hours; flexibility to work evenings and some weekend hours; ability to take direction, prioritize and work independently
- Gossip/hearsay/off duty conduct is not tolerable (see Six Nations Band Council Employment Policy)
- Encouraged to be limited of what is uploaded to Facebook/Twitter and other cyber sites,



which may incriminate Family Gatherings as well as the employee. Disciplinary Actions/Termination may occur if a complaint is made.
- Cell phones are not to be used during work hours unless authorized by the Supervisor (emergency only/trips)
- Name tag is required/worn daily. A charge will be added if lost/stolen (current name tag locate at the Human Resources)

WORKING RELATIONSHIPS:

Working with the Supervisor

- receives direction, guidance and discusses plans, priorities or interacts to ensure tasks are done efficiently and effectively
- Work with the supervisor to maintain administrative duties, including program planning, inventory, and collection of statistics
- Professionally and being able to accept constructive criticism

Working with Directors and Managers

- Provides information and assistance. Works in a cooperative and courteous manner

Working with other staff/other Six Nations Agencies

- With courtesy, cooperation and teamwork
- Represents and promotes the Six Nations Child Care Services and Six Nations Social Services in a courteous, positive, and cooperative manner; provides information and assistance
- Provide a variety of workshops during day/evenings and some weekends, newsletters, monthly calendars
- Being an advocate for Family Gatherings through partnership with other agencies, advertising, flyers, networking
- Represents and promotes Six Nations interests related to the Six Nations Child Care Services and Six Nations Social Services; maintains awareness of legislation, policy, and program changes; develops sound professional working relationships.

Works with the Community:

- Participate in joint programming within our community as well as surrounding communities
- Programs incorporated based on communities needs
- Being a support and resource for families
- Being an advocate for Family Gatherings through partnership with other programs
- Being an advocate for Family Gatherings Centre through partnership with other Agencies, advertising, flyers, networking

KNOWLEDGE AND SKILLS REQUIREMENTS

Qualifications:

- Early Childhood Educator Diploma and registered with the College of Early Childhood Educators

- An equivalent college diploma from a recognized community college with 2 years’ work experience with children aged 0 to 10 and families

- Will have a valid certificate in First Aid/CPR or willing to acquire
- Work experience with special needs children an asset
- Access to a reliable insured vehicle and hold a valid Ontario Driver’s License class G
- Must pass a medical examination
- Must pass a criminal record check
- Will have good interpersonal skills
- Will have good verbal and written skills
- Will be flexible in working various day shift
- Preference will be given to Six Nations Band Members.

- Will have knowledge of Haudenosaunee Culture and Language or willing to obtain

- Will be thoroughly familiar with relevant legislation, regulations and guidelines
- Will be knowledgeable about the native culture, language and traditions of Six Nations
- Will be familiar with traditional approaches to assist
- Will be willing to upgrade their skills.
- A good understanding of the theory and practice of family support programs in our community
- Experience working with families and children in a community setting

Other Preferred Qualifications:

- Excellent computer skills and demonstrated proficiency in current business software
- Excellent written and oral communications skills
- Positive organizational skills
- Ability to work independently and as a robust team player, good interpersonal sills
- Ability to teach primary words/phrases from either Mohawk/Cayuga Language
- Ability to be patient, and have the ability to relate to children and adults with equal respect and dignity, regardless of life experiences, culture and values
- Be sensitive to and act on the individual child’s developmental needs
- Communicate clearly both written and verbal with adults and children
- Works within the organizational structure and administrative policy and procedures established by the Six Nations Employment Policy, Six Nations Childcare Services. College of ECE, Ministry of Education and the Six Nations Social Services values, principles and Mission Statement
- Works within the policies and procedures established through contract by the Six Nations Council and the funding agency.
- Failure to comply with regulations can impact Six Nations of the Grand River Elected Council, Social Services.

IMPACT OF ERROR

- Errors in not carrying out duties could result in injury to children, other employees and personal liability to self and Six Nations Council
- Errors in not carrying out the duties could also result in termination.
- Employee signature verifies the acknowledgement, understanding and adhered to by any changes/recommendations required for the position.

- Job descriptions to be reviewed annually or earlier if immediate changes occur

CONTROL:

Guiding principles set by the (Department) and the Six Nations Elected Council.

Must work within the Policies and Procedures established by the Six Nations Elected Council for (Department).

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