- Must be a Registered Early Childhood Educator with the College of Early Childhood Educators in good standing.
- Preference given to applicants who have a minimum of 2 years related experience working with children and families
- Solid knowledge and application of the College of Early Childhood Educator’s Code of Ethics and Standards of Practice
- Have a working understanding of the Child Care and Early Years Act, 2014
- Working knowledge of the province’s current pedagogical statements
- Have a thorough knowledge of child development for children ages birth to 6 years.
- Experience facilitating parent/child and caregiver workshops
- Knowledge and experience working with community supports for families and children.
- Excellent customer service skills and the ability to work with diverse families in a professional manner.
- Documentation to support ongoing professional development in the field of early learning and care.
- Well- developed written and verbal communication skills
- Ability to maintain confidentiality
- Excellent knowledge of computers, software, programs and databases
- Current Vulnerable Sector Check (upon hire and every 5 years thereafter)
- Valid Standard First Aid Certification including Infant and Child Cardiopulmonary Resuscitation (CPR) – Level C
- Up-to-date Immunization Record
- Valid Driver’s Licence with access to a reliable vehicle
- Ability to work flexible hours including days, evenings and week-ends
- Maintain a safe, positive enriching environment for children that reflects the pedagogy of How Does Learning Happen? Ontario’s Pedagogy for the Early Years
- Welcome, support and interact with all program participants integrating bias-free strategies in recognition of the rich diversity of families
- Provide quality, developmentally appropriate, play-based emergent learning opportunities that are shaped by the participating family’s knowledge, interests and experiences
- Model positive relationships with children and adults
- Guide children’s learning and development through positive adult-child interactions
- Provide individual supports to parents/caregivers in form of referrals, linkages with other professionals, etc.
- Work collaboratively with community partners to provide family support services and promote community programs
- Facilitate workshops for program participants as required
- Engage in reflective practice with team members
- Participate and contribute to team meetings
- Attend professional learning opportunities that reflect current early learning and care research and trends
- Report to the EarlyON Child and Family Centre Manager
Work Locations: Locations will be primarily within East Wellington (Erin & Rockwood Centres) and can include the Township of Wellington North, Town of Minto and Township of Mapleton. Mileage is reimbursed based on the Organization's Policies and Procedures. Job Types: Full-time, Permanent
Pay: $21.30-$22.30 per hour
Benefits
- Disability insurance
- Employee assistance program
- Life insurance
- Paid time off
Ability to commute/relocate:
- Rockwood, ON: reliably commute or plan to relocate before starting work (required)
Application question(s):
- Do you understand that the location of the job is in Wellington County, Ontario?
Education:
- DCS / DEC (required)
Experience:
- Working with children: 2 years (required)