AMDSB - OSSTF-ESSP - Designated Early Childhood Educator

Avon Maitland District School Board; Seaforth; On-site; CAD 30,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

The Avon Maitland District School Board seeks Designated Early Childhood Educators for temporary and permanent positions. This role involves collaborating with teachers to create an engaging curriculum for Kindergarten students, ensuring a supportive learning environment. Applicants must hold an Early Childhood Education diploma and have relevant experience. Competitive hourly rates and benefits offered.

Benefits

Defined pension plan through OMERS

Health & Dental Benefits through OTIP

Comprehensive disability coverage plans

Employee Assistance Program

Qualifications

• Minimum two-year Early Childhood Education diploma from a recognized college.
• Proof of registration with Ontario College of Early Childhood Educators.
• Recent experience in Early Learning Centre or Day Care.

Responsibilities

• Collaborate with classroom teacher to plan and provide effective programs.
• Support Kindergarten students in a full-day learning environment.
• Implement age-appropriate educational programs.

Skills

Effective communication skills

Understanding of classroom management

Basic computer skills

Strong organizational skills

Education

Minimum two-year community college Early Childhood Education diploma

Current registration with Ontario College of Early Childhood Educators

Job description

OSSTF-ESSP

DESIGNATED EARLY CHILDHOOD EDUCATOR

TEMPORARY AND PERMANENT POSITIONS

Avon Maitland District School Board (AMDSB) provides first-class education to students and families throughout Huron and Perth Counties. We aim to engage, inspire, and innovate in all that we do! We are always learning! Our work is guided by a Strategic Plan, focusing on three main areas that enable our students and staff to say: I am prepared. I am well. I am engaged.

Our vision is to engage, inspire, innovate, because we are always learning.

The Avon Maitland District School Board is currently accepting applications for both permanent and temporary Designated Early Childhood Educator positions at various locations. Please note that not all locations currently have openings, but additional sites may become available as staffing continues.

Hours of Work: 35 hours per week, 10 months per year

Compensation Package Details

Rate of Pay: $26.80 - $33.80 per hour plus 4% vacation pay as outlined in the OSSTF-ESSP Collective Agreement as of September 1, 2025.

Pension Plan: Defined pension plan through the Ontario Municipal Employees Retirement System (OMERS)

Health & Dental Benefits:

• Benefits are provided through Ontario Teachers Insurance Plan (OTIP)
• Comprehensive short-term and long-term disability coverage plans

Employee Assistance Program (EAP) through TELUS, which includes:

• 24/7 confidential support
• Access to information on personal fitness, nutrition, career, financial, and legal advice; relationship & family support, and overall wellbeing resources

Under the direction of the Principal, the DECE will work in collaboration with the classroom teacher to plan and provide an effective program and environment to support enhanced learning and development for Kindergarten students in a full-day program.

The ideal candidates will possess:

• Minimum two-year community college Early Childhood Education diploma
• Proof of current registration with the Ontario College of Early Childhood Educators
• Recent experience as an ECE in an Early Learning Centre or Day Care
• Experience planning and implementing age-appropriate programs
• Knowledge of the Ministry of Education Kindergarten Program and related legislation
• Effective communication skills with children, parents, staff, and the public
• Understanding and commitment to confidentiality
• Knowledge of classroom management and dealing with difficult situations
• Basic computer skills, strong organizational and time management skills
• Basic understanding of food handling procedures

Apply today!

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Dr. Graham Shantz, Director of Education