Early Childhood Educators

Early Childhood Educators

We are recruiting for Early Childhood Educators. These are casual positions.

The Early Childhood Educator (ECE) will be assigned to a kindergarten classroom and will provide input and implement an early learning program within a Catholic classroom setting, as well as provide supervision. The ECE will collaborate in the design and implementation of programs and environments which will enhance the children’s cognitive, physical, social, spiritual and emotional development.

Additional responsibilities:

• Create a warm, positive, faith-filled environment in the classroom that is reflective of the board’s mission statement and is conducive to children’s optimal growth and development
• Implement the early learning program in partnership with the kindergarten teacher by providing input in the development and delivery of daily play-based learning opportunities
• Work with school resource staff, board and community resource and support services staff to support the needs of diverse learners including students requiring an Individual Educational Plan (IEP)
• Provide input in the planning, organization and implementation of classroom expectations and routines
• Observe, monitor, record and share student development with appropriate staff
• Provide input into the development of the report card and the individual education plan (IEP)
• Assist students with self-care, toileting, dressing or undressing, lunchtime and other nutritional activities and needs
• Participate and collaborate with the classroom teacher in student assessments and evaluations
• Work in partnership with the kindergarten teacher to provide input and implement a learning program based on the curriculum expectations that optimize student growth and development

• Post-secondary education from an accredited college or university in early childhood education
• A minimum of 2 years of experience
• Registered member of the College of Early Childhood Educators
• Proven ability to deal with confidential information in a discreet manner
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills
• Willing to enrol in CPR and First Aid
• Ability to be culturally sensitive
• Working knowledge of computers and relevant software programs
• Willing to participate in ongoing learning
• Be a member of a collaborative team
• Capable of working with a wide variety of students with special needs
• Oral and written communication skills
• A broad knowledge of child development and teaching skills

All interested applicants must include a cover letter with an updated resume summarizing qualifications and experience; proof of registration with the Ontario College of Early Childhood Educators (if applicable); and proof of College Diploma and/or University Degree.

Applications sent directly to the schools or to human resources will not be considered.

It is imperative that all new applicants to the board submit an original, current, satisfactory vulnerable screening criminal background check prior to commencement of employment.

We thank all candidates for their interest; however, only those shortlisted will be contacted.

RCCDSB is committed to barrier-free selection processes and therefore if contacted for this position, you should advise the HR Department in a timely fashion of the accommodation measures required to enable you to be assessed in a fair and equitable manner.

Website: www.rccdsb.ca