Casual Designated Early Childhood Educators

Hpedsb; Belleville; On-site; CAD 33,000 - 44,000; Part time

Job summary

Hastings and Prince Edward District School Board (HPEDSB) is accepting applications for Designated Early Childhood Educators in casual positions across Ontario. The role involves collaborating with classroom teachers to implement the Kindergarten Program and provide developmentally appropriate supervision for students.

Qualifications include a two-year ECE diploma, registration in good standing, knowledge of ELECT, and a current first aid/CPR.

Qualifications

• Two-year ECE diploma is required.
• Registered with the College of Early Childhood Educators in good standing.
• Experience with Kindergarten policies and procedures is preferred (1–2 years).
• Knowledge of ELECT document.
• Vulnerable Sector Check satisfactory.
• First Aid/CPR certification is an asset.

Responsibilities

• Observe, monitor and assess the development of kindergarten students according to policy documents.
• Collaborate with the classroom teacher to plan for student learning within Ministry guidelines through assessment and documentation.
• Work with teachers and the special education resource teacher to support IEP-based learning.
• Co-create and maintain a positive, safe, inclusive classroom culture.
• Assist children with washroom routines, dressing and nutrition routines.

Education

Two-year Early Childhood Educator diploma

Registration with the College of Early Childhood Educators

Knowledge of Early Learning for Every Child Today (ELECT)

Vulnerable Sector Check

First Aid/CPR certification (asset)

Job description

Hastings and Prince Edward District School Board is now accepting applications for:

Designated Early Childhood Educators - Casual Positions

We acknowledge and honour the land on which we reside and occupy as part of the traditional territories of the Haudenosaunee and Anishinaabe people. These Indigenous Nations, agreed to mutual sharing obligations and responsibilities as stewards of the land and water. Today these responsibilities and obligations extend to all Peoples. These lands are steeped in rich Indigenous history, traditions and modern cultures that are proud and vibrant.

RATE OF PAY

• $28.18 per hour

REASON FOR VACANCY

• Existing vacancies

JOB OVERVIEW

Reporting to the Principal, the Designated Early Childhood Educator will collaborate with the classroom teacher to plan and implement The Kindergarten Program (2016) to provide supervision and developmentally appropriate programming for students.

KEY RESPONSIBILITIES

• Observe, monitor and assess the development of students in kindergarten, with the policy document such as Growing Success, The Kindergarten Addendum (2016).
• Partner with the classroom teacher to purposefully plan for student learning within Ministry guidelines, such as the Four Frames of The Kindergarten Program (2016), through assessment, including the process of pedagogical documentation.
• Collaborate with the teacher(s) and the special education resource teacher to develop, implement and monitor programming to support learning for students requiring an Individualized Education Plan (IEP).
• Co-create and maintain a positive classroom culture that is healthy, caring, safe, inclusive and accepting to support self-regulation and well-being of all students.
• Assist children with washroom routines, dressing and nutritional routines.

QUALIFICATIONS

• Minimum completion of a two (2) year Early Childhood Educator diploma.
• Registration and in good standing with the College of Early Childhood Educators.
• Over one year and up to two years combined related experience and on-the-job training to become familiar with Ministry and board policies and procedures related to Kindergarten programs.
• Working knowledge of Early Learning for Every Child Today (ELECT) document.
• Satisfactory Vulnerable Sector Check.
• Current First Aid/CPR certification is considered an asset.

ACCOMMODATIONS

Hastings and Prince Edward District School Board is committed to a qualified workforce that is representative of the diversity of the people of Ontario and across the communities we serve. We welcome applications from candidates with diverse backgrounds and lived experiences as a member of a marginalized group, including but not limited to:

• First Nations, Métis and Inuit peoples, and all other Indigenous peoples,
• members of groups that commonly experience discrimination due to race, ancestry, colour, religion and/or spiritual beliefs, or place of origin,
• persons with visible and/or invisible (physical and/or mental) disabilities,
• persons of marginalized sexual orientations, gender identities, and gender expressions.

Hastings and Prince Edward District School Board is committed to providing barrier-free and accessible employment practices in compliance with the Accessibility for Ontarians with Disabilities Act (AODA). Should you require accommodation through any stage of the recruitment process please make them known when contacted and we will work with you to meet your needs.

Thank you to all applicants for their interest. Only those selected for an interview will be contacted. This information is collected under the authority of the Education Act, and M.F.I.P.P.A and is used to determine eligibility for employment. In accordance with Ontario Regulation 521/01 Collection of Personal Information, criminal record checks and vulnerable sector screening will be required of all HPEDSB employees who have direct and regular contact with students.

ABOUT US

Hastings and Prince Edward District School Board (HPEDSB) serves approximately 15,400 students each day at 39 in-person schools (32 elementary, two K-12; four 7-12, one secondary). Supporting student achievement is the goal of approximately 1,750 teaching and support staff who, in addition to the contributions of caring volunteers and community partners, share their passion for teaching and learning.

The district covers a geographic area of 7,220 square kilometres bordered by Maynooth to the north, Deseronto to the east, Prince Edward County to the south and Quinte West to the west.

The region connects the outdoors with small cities, quaint villages and rolling rural landscapes. Here you will discover decades of tradition, mixed with new and emerging technology, creativity and innovation. Surround yourself with 1,200 km of shoreline in vibrant cities and towns accessible by highway and rail (1.5 hours to Toronto, 2 hours to Ottawa). Explore wilderness trails and sandy beaches, experience world-class fishing, enjoy exquisite culinary experiences and dozens of wineries. Perfect your golf swing at 23 golf courses, or take in Canadian arts and heritage attractions. Create your own story and picture yourself here!

Learn more about HPEDSB and Hastings and Prince Edward Counties on Our Story page.