Registered Early Childhood Educator

Wasauksing First Nation’s Little Eagle Child Care Centre is now accepting applications to fill Registered Early Childhood Educator (RECE) positions. The incumbent of this position is responsible for providing a safe, nurturing and stimulating early learning environment in a team and community orientated Licensed Child Care Centre.

Duties & Responsibilities

• Plan, implement and review children’s early learning experience in accordance with the Centre’s philosophy and goals.
• Provide supervision and guidance in a balance of active/ quiet; indoor/outdoor; and individual/group activities.
• Plan and carry out learning experiences that promote problem solving, independence, mastery of skills, positive self-esteem and confidence.
• Assess the developmental levels of children as well as work in cooperation with outside agencies.
• Use a variety of teaching techniques including modeling, observing, questioning, demonstrating, reinforcing, and bridging.
• Represent and document children’s activities – photo, display of drawings, paintings, portfolios, and videos.
• Work collaboratively with and in accordance with all staff in a team environment;
• Ensure classroom equipment, toys, materials and play areas are sanitized regularly;
• Participate in promoting the Centre’s programs through various avenues, such as, Parent Advisory Committee, Parent Engagement Activities.
• Adheres to all policies and procedures of Wasauksing First Nation and any other relevant policies and procedures from external agencies and partners
• Performs other related duties as required and requested

Education & Experience

• Early Childhood Educator Diploma or Equivalent (Child Studies Degree)
• Experience working in a Licensed Child Centre servicing children 6 months – 12 years of age is considered an asset.
• Knowledge of the Ministry of Education, Pedagogy “How Does Learning Happen”
• Knowledge of Duty to Report.
• First Aid & CPR Certificate
• Must possess excellent organizational and time-management skills.
• Must have proficient level of communication skills, verbal and written.
• Must possess excellent classroom management skills.
• Must be able to develop, implement, monitor, and evaluate the progress of children.
• Registered with the College of Early Childhood Educators is an asset.
• Knowledge of Anishnaabe customs and traditions is considered and asset

Other Requirements

• Must have reliable transportation to and from work.
• RECE Member Number
• This position requires the individual to work with various families, youth and children. To protect children, youth and vulnerable persons, Wasauksing First Nation requires the individual to provide a vulnerable sector check.