OSSTF - DECEComp. 26-441Closing date: 2026-09-25 @ 4:00 pm ESTDesignated Early Childhood EducatorLocation: Cochrane Public SchoolStart date: As soon as possibleVacancy Details: 1.0 (full-time, 35 hours/week)This posting is for a recent position.QUALIFICATIONSRegistered in good standing with the College of Early Childhood EducatorsDemonstrated fluency in French - requiredMust provide a Criminal Background Check with vulnerable Sector Screening prior to employmentRESPONSIBILITIESCollaborate with the classroom teacher and principal to plan and implement developmentally appropriate activities that reflect the Full-Day Early Learning-Kindergarten ProgramCo-facilitate play-based activities that allow students to demonstrate learning related to the four frames of the Full-Day Early Learning-Kindergarten ProgramEffectively and efficiently observe and document student learning using a variety of tools and techniques to assist the educator in the assessment of the development of studentsCollaborate with the classroom teacher to promote and maintain a healthy physical, emotional and social learning environmentAssume other duties/responsibilities specifically related to the functions of children and the effective delivery of the Early Learning Curriculum as determined by the Principal and the Superintendent of EducationASSETSThorough understanding of the Ministry of Educations Full-Day Early Learning-Kindergarten ProgramThorough understanding of the developmental continuum for this age groupDemonstrated appropriate behaviour management techniques with individuals, small and large groupsDemonstrated positive interpersonal skills in working with students, teachers, principals,



and familiesDemonstrated professional communication skillsDemonstrated initiative, positive thinking, critical thinking, and sound decision-making skillsCompensation:Salary in accordance with the current OSSTF-DECE collective agreement Collective Agreement - $25.03 per hour - $33.80 per hourDSB1 may use Artificial Intelligence (AI) tools to assist in screening and assessing applicants, as defined under the Employment Standards Act (ESA). AI is not used to make final hiring decisions. In DSB1, final hiring decisions are made by DSB1 staff.- AN EQUAL OPPORTUNITY EMPLOYER-It is the policy of District School Board Ontario North East to support fair, equitable and transparent hiring and promotion practices for all qualified employees and applicants for employment in order to attract and retain quality employees who facilitate the learning setting for our students. The procedures for the hiring and promotion of staff will be based on DSB1 Hiring Policy & Procedure 1.2.22.Accommodation:Upon request, we will provide reasonable accommodations for candidates who have temporary or permanent disability, or who otherwise require accommodations based on the protected grounds highlighted in the Ontario Human Rights Code in respect to the recruitment and selection process. If you require accommodation please contact [email protected] Board thanks all applicants for their interest; however, only those selected for an interview will be contacted. This information is collected under the authority of the Education Act, and M.F.I.P.P.A. and is used to determine eligibility for employment.Jonathan Byer (Board Chair) -Lesleigh Dye (Chief Executive Officer)2026-09-18

📌 Designated Early Childhood Educator (Alton)
🏢 District School Board Ontario North East
📍 Alton