North Bay Indigenous Hub – Giiwedno MshkikiiwgamigEmployment OpportunityREGISTERED EARLY CHILDHOOD EDUCATOROne Permanent Full-Time Position with Perks and PensionCompetition #NBIH-2026-09-15Location: Satellite Office - 1040 Brookes StreetSalary Range: $54,080.00 to $56,160.00 annually (40 hours per week)New VacancyUnder the direction and supervision of the Child Care Supervisor, the Education Assistant is responsible for the delivery of child and parent programs that support early learning and development of children aged 0 – 12 years old.The ECE will engage children and families to provide intervention for the improved development of the physical, intellectual, social, spiritual and emotional well-being of the participating children. This includes implementation of the Ministry of Education's How Does Learning Happen? The ECE will aim to engage parents and caregivers while making meaningful connections. This position will be based at the North Bay Indigenous Hub.The ECE will participate in the process of community development for strengthening community wellness that is congruent with the overall Vision, Mission and Values for the North Bay Indigenous Hub.QUALIFICATIONS:Diploma in Early Childhood Education and 2 years' direct work experience with children and early learningEligible for registration with the College of Early Childhood EducatorsExperience working in a child care and/or EarlyON program settingKnowledge or passion for learning of Indigenous culture, history and ways of beingKnowledge of Child and Family Services ActKnowledge of Indigenous language is an assetDemonstrated experience in time managementA recent (within 3 months) Criminal/Police Records Check and Vulnerable Persons CheckProof or willing to obtain certificates of completion for privacy training and occupational health and safety trainingCurrent First Aid and CPR with AEDA valid Ontario Class "G" Driver's LicenseKNOWLEDGE,



SKILLS & ABILITIES:Knowledge of Indigenous wellness and prioritiesKnowledge of community based children's programs and servicesKnowledge of and ability to implement "How Does Learning Happen?" Ontario's Pedagogy for the Early YearsKnowledge of standardized assessment tools and their applications that most appropriately address current First Nation Early Childhood DevelopmentKnowledge of and ability to effectively implement various early learning models, interventions and promising practice approaches to address First Nation Early Childhood DevelopmentExcellent facilitation and coordination skills for groupsExperience and/or understanding of the benefits of sensory interventionsSkills in program design, development, implementation and evaluation design and measurement which integrates western and traditional practice or approachesAbility to identify and implement quality assurance measures to ensure effective service deliveryWillingness to undertake continuing education/trainingExcellent written and verbal communication skillsExcellent interpersonal skills, problem solving abilities and conflict resolution skillsExcellent time management, organizational and administrative skillsKnowledge of program reportingDesire to thoroughly learn or demonstrated understanding of Indigenous history, culture and ways of beingAbility to work in a manner respectful of First Nations culture, values, and beliefsAbility to protect the personal health information of clients and maintain high degree of confidentialityProficient computer experience in Microsoft Office applications including MS Word, Excel, Access,



Publisher and OutlookAbility to act professionally and work with minimal supervisionAbility to adhere to NBIH privacy policy and proceduresAbility to work as a multi-disciplinary team memberAbility to work flexible hoursRESPONSIBILITIES:Providing culturally based early learning and development programsIncluding critical reflection, cooperative inquiry, recognition of the environment as a teacher and pedagogical recording in the planning, implementation and evaluation of an early learning and development programProviding information to the community on healthy childhood development and learning including information on How Does Learning Happen? Ontario's Pedagogy for the Early YearsSupporting the implementation of emergent play based curriculum and pedagogical recordingSupporting and promoting positive relationships between children and their familiesSupport the school readiness programCollaborating with the team to offer activities such as field trips, community cultural events or activity daysAdvocating for the interests of the children of the North Bay Indigenous Hub's Child Care ServicesFacilitating referrals and coordinating access to screening and assessment servicesActive team player and contribute towards NBIH Child Care Centre goals and standardsAssist with cleaning and sanitization dutiesCooperate with break and lunch coverage and openness to support vacation and sick time coverage when necessaryFollow and support NBIH Child Care Centre's curriculumAdhere to NBIH reporting guidelines and documentation requirementsCommunicate regularly with peers, supervisor and familiesSupporting parents, children, families to connect with multi-disciplinary diagnostic teams, other supports and servicesDeveloping linkages with other community-based early childhood related services.A current Criminal/Police Records Check and Vulnerable Persons check is a requirement for this position.Ashley Patey - Human Resources Manager3-B Maang Road, Nipissing First Nation,North Bay, ON P1B 8G5T: (705) 995-0060https://giiwednomshkikiiwgamig.Ca/Miigwetch to all who apply. Only those selected for an interview will be contacted.Preference will be given to qualified Indigenous applicants. However, the position is open to all applicants.

📌 Registered Early Childhood Educator (Fort Ware)
🏢 Indigenous
📍 Fort Ware