The Float provides support for various positions within the Early Learning & Childcare program. They provide a high level of hands‑on care to the children in our care, while educating and implementing developmentally appropriate programs. This position requires flexibility and the ability to provide coverage for Early Childhood Educator’s (ECE), Developmental Worker’s (DW), and Nutrition Specialists. When providing longer term coverage for these positions, the Float is responsible for developing and planning all aspects of the roles. This position reports to the Early Learning & Childcare Manager and does not have any direct reports. Early Childhood Educator Engage in active supervision to protect and promote the psychological and physical safety, health, and well‑being of each child. Spend time one‑on‑one with the children to develop a sincere, understanding, and loving relationship with each child. Implement fun, engaging and inclusive daily experiences that support and promote each child’s development in multiple areas (physical, emotional, social, communicative, cognitive, and creative skills). Encourage children to participate in the invitations that are set up. Encourage children to participate in the opportunities for creative expression through the mediums of art, dramatic play, and music. Encourage children to participate in the multiple stations, a variety of toys and supplies in the environment to keep children engaged. Observe the kids’ ideas and interests and provide feedback about classroom activities around them in conjunction with the Project Approach and Play and Exploration. Allow children the opportunity to express their thoughts through play. Collaborate with each member of the Hope’s Home team, family member, outside agencies,



and community services regarding a child’s care or program plan. Engage in active supervision to protect and promote the psychological and physical safety, health and well‑being of each child being cared for. Adheres to children’s personal care plans as advised by supporting professionals (e.g., Attend to child’s personal care duties for example: dressing, feeding, personal hygiene, toilet training. Work with the Physical Development Consultant (PDC) or management to understand child’s Personal Program Plan goals and implement and document the daily activities to enhance child’s growth and meet established goals. Under the direction of the PDC and/or manager, incorporate the adaptive equipment in daily activities with the children. Promotes inclusion by creating and supporting opportunities for children to: participate with their community. Prepare and secure children for transportation. Provide a variety of toys and activities to keep children engaged and progressing. Follow the menu plan created which follows nutrition guidelines set by the Ministry of Education Early Learning & Childcare branch. Ensure meal alternatives are available for children with allergies, special diets, and ethnic customs. Clean dishes and kitchen after each meal/snack. Follow and implement all Public Health Guidelines such as: test sanitization of the dishwasher daily and record test, test sanitization of cleaning solution,



food safe guidelines. Perform proper sanitary measures including cleaning of surfaces, as well as proper covering and storage of food items according to food safety standards and procedures. Date any open food supplies as per Ministry of Education Regulations. Monitor and report to the Manager of the Early Learning Centre any kitchen equipment deficiencies. Cover programming time for ECE’s and DW’s. Document children's learning on projects so it can be shown to management and communicated to the parents (poster boards, web mapping, HiMama Photos) Keep record of children’s attendance daily. Keep current with updates on care plans provided by caregivers and management. Complete a monthly anecdotal record for each child in their care. Complete forms and assessments as requested by each child’s supporting professionals. Maintain daily communication with each child’s family using Hope’s Home approved communication methods. Maintain collaborative working relationships with the team, families, outside agencies, and community services. Attend all staff meetings and keep up to date on all new policies and procedures specific to the location. Participate in on-going professional development, training, and staff meetings. Create a psychologically safe work workplace (resolve conflicts in respectful ways and ensure a fair resolution, provide an environment where employees feel safe and supported to share ideas, listen, learn from, and seek to understand the ideas of others). Complete all required OHS training. Demonstrated ability to work with children of all ages and abilities. Ability to observe and accurately assess children, the environment and daily program effectiveness. Flexible and ad

📌 ECE Early Childhood Educator (Regina)
🏢 Hopes Home
📍 Regina