Woodland Wonders Before & After School Program Looking for Registered Early Childhood Educator – Before/After School Program at Angus, ON Full Time

Registered Early Childhood Educator – Term Contract with optional Summer employment

September – June

About us

The Kinder Garden – Children’s Centre for Early Education is a child care and early learning community of educators, families and children that value relationships, inclusion and educational experiences in natural settings.

We are a team of professionals, who enjoy collaborating as a team to create a fun filled learning journey for the children we care for.

As an organization, our goal for our team is to create a culture that embraces each team member’s values, reflecting on individuality, respect and developmental growth both professionally and personally..

Our work environment includes:

• On-boarding process
• Mentorship and professional support
• Safe work environment
• Praise and appreciation
• Recognition of achievement
• Social engagement
• Growth opportunities

Bring your love for children and passion for teaching to The Kinder Garden Children’s Centre where you can make a difference of a lifetime!

Our program aims to guide children using a multi-faceted approach that promotes using hands-on and engaging learning experiences for children ages infant to school-age.

We are looking for Registered Early Childhood Educators who are passionate, energetic and creative to join our amazing team!

If you are a registered ECE who has experience and a passion for one or more of the following approaches, we would love to meet you!

• Reggio Emilia
• The Montessori Method
• Play Based Learning
• Forest & Nature Education
• Holistic Self Care

Qualified applicants:

• MUST have a diploma or degree in Early Childhood Education
• MUST be a registered member of the Ontario College of ECEs and be in good standing
• MUST be up to date on immunizations including both Covid Vaccines
• MUST be able to wear full PPE if/when required
• MUST have a valid First Aid/CPR Level C certificate
• MUST have a Vulnerable Sector Screening or be willing to obtain a new one
• MUST be available to start a this position on or before September 7, 2022

Part-time or Full-time hours are available: 12-35 per week

Expected start date: 2022-09-06

Job Summary:

The Early Childhood Educator collaborates closely with all other members of the program team to provide nurturing care and education to young children in a group setting, under the supervision of the Centre Director; in accordance with the goals and curriculum plans of the centre and the philosophy and policies of the agency and in compliance with the Child Care and Early Years Act of Ontario

Principle Duties & Responsibilities:

· Arrives 10 minutes prior to shift start time, dress professionally and ready to work by scheduled times.

· Responsible for the constant supervision, safety and well-being of the children

· Responsible for the supervision of, and provides professional guidance to all assistants working within the centre. Ensures that quality work is done by assistants who are completing Learning Stories, Reflections, Daily Connect Communications, Individual Comments, Incident and Accident Reports

· Ensures that Daily Communication Record is complete with all parental requests/directions, absences, illnesses, requests, reminders, issues and pertinent conversations by all staff in the room

· Reports all non-compliances to the Director immediately

· Ensure that all daily and weekly sanitation is completed and shared by all classroom staff in an equal and fair manner and that all staff are signing off on each duty that they complete.

· Recognizes and responds to the needs of each child by using developmentally appropriate teaching and child behaviour management techniques

· Responsible for planning, preparing and implementing stimulating, age-appropriate activities that encourage children’s creativity and learning and promote each child’s social, emotional, cognitive and physical development

· Responsible for posting program plans and reflections for the classroom daily

· Participates fully and consistently as a conscientious team member in caring for the children and in the overall operation of the program and centre; maintains regular and open communication with program team members and all other co-workers

· Establishes and maintains regular communication with parents and caregivers. Uses sensitivity and privacy when discussing concerning behaviours, progress etc with caregivers. Always provides a positive comment for each child during pick up. Ensures that Daily Connect is accurate and up to date for all children in the classroom.

· Ensures the program operates at all times in compliance with all child care licensing standards

· Must know and implement: Centre routines and practices; Ministry of Education regulations and requirements, Ontario Child Care and Early Years Act regulations; Simcoe/Muskoka Health Department guidelines.

· Observes and records relevant information on each child’s progress as required/as per centre practices

· Attends and participates actively in all program/centre, parental or other meetings as required

· Shares responsibility for maintaining program equipment in good repair; assists with toy/equipment disinfecting

· Shares responsibility for maintaining the play environments and storage areas in an organized and clutter-free condition

· Participates in regular fire drills and other emergency procedures

· Engages in positive collaboration with the other programs and early childhood educators of the centre in coordinating the effective use of equipment, facilities and personnel

· Participates in ongoing professional development and attends/maintains all mandatory training

· Participates in the supervision, training and mentoring of students and supply teachers

· Assists the Centre Director in maintaining a safe and healthy work environment by promptly reporting any existing and/or potential workplace hazards

· Performs other duties as may be assigned from time to time by the Centre Director or her/his designate

Job Type: Fixed term contract
Contract length: 6 months

Salary: $21.50 per hour

Benefits:

• Extended health care

Schedule:

• Monday to Friday

COVID-19 considerations:
Current Covid Repsonse Plan following provincial health direction

Application question(s):

• What date are you prepared to commence new employment?

Experience:

• school age programming in licensed childcare: 1 year (preferred)

Licence/Certification:

• First Aid/CPR Level C certification (preferred)
• Membership with the College of ECE (preferred)

Work Location: One location

Expected start date: 2023-01-30