DECE - Designated Early Childhood Educator - Permanent (Adjala Public School)

St. Clement's School; Loretto; Hybrid; CAD 42,000 - 55,000; Full time

Job summary

The Simcoe County District School Board is seeking a qualified Designated Early Childhood Educator to plan and implement a full-day early learning program in partnership with the Kindergarten Teacher.

You will help design environments that support cognitive, physical, social and emotional development, while maintaining confidentiality and following policies. Strong communication, organization, and timely program planning are essential, with CPR/First Aid being an asset.

Qualifications

• Two year community college Diploma in Early Childhood Education.
• Proof of CECE membership.
• Minimum of six months experience in an early learning setting.
• Knowledge of the Ministry of Education full-day kindergarten program.
• Ability to communicate sensitively with children, parents, staff and the public.
• Ability to follow policies and procedures promptly.
• Understanding of confidentiality.
• Ability to handle stressful situations per policies.
• Experience planning age-appropriate programs.
• Basic computer skills; strong organization and time management.
• CPR and First Aid certification would be an asset.

Responsibilities

• Plan and implement a full-day early learning program.
• Collaborate with the Kindergarten Teacher to design developmentally appropriate activities.
• Create programs and environments that support children's cognitive, physical, social and emotional development.

Skills

Communication

Time management

Organization

Policy compliance

Confidentiality

Stress management

Program planning

Basic computer skills

CPR & First Aid

Education

ECE Diploma

Job description

Designated Early Childhood Educator

The Simcoe County District School Board is seeking qualified applicants for the position of Designated Early Childhood Educator. Reporting to the Principal, the Designated Early Childhood Educator will partner with the Kindergarten Teacher to plan and implement a full-day early learning program. The Designated Early Childhood Educator will collaborate in the design of programs and environments which will enhance children’s cognitive, physical, social and emotional development.

Qualifications and Skills Required:

• Two year community college Early Childhood Education Diploma;

• Proof of current membership with the College of Early Childhood Educators (CECE);

• A minimum of six (6) months recent experience working in an early learning centre or day care;

• Knowledge of Ministry of Education full-day kindergarten program;

• Ability to communicate in a sensitive, courteous manner with children, parents, staff and the general public;

• Proven ability to follow directions, policies and procedures in an appropriate and timely manner;

• Understanding of and commitment to confidentiality;

• Proven ability to deal with difficult situations and to take appropriate action in stressful or emergency situations according to policies and procedures;

• Experience planning and implementing age-appropriate programs;

• Basic computer skills, strong organization and time management skills and the ability to meet deadlines;

• Current CPR and First Aid Certification would be an asset.

Guided by the principles of dignity, individualization and inclusion, the Simcoe County District School Board (SCDSB) is committed to creating an equitable and inclusive environment that supports all human rights and accessibility needs for students and staff. The SCDSB recognizes the duty to accommodate, short of undue hardship as per the Ontario Human Rights Code (OHRC) and the Accessibility for Ontarians with Disabilities Act (AODA).

We value and are committed to upholding the principles of diversity, equity, and inclusion, and equitable hiring practices for all applicants to be successful. In support of our strategic priorities, we are seeking members who reflect diverse identities, lived experiences and perspectives, especially Indigenous peoples, racialized persons, persons with disabilities, 2SLGBTQ+, and women to assist the board in reflecting the community we serve. Our equitable hiring initiative is consistent with the Ontario Human Rights Code (OHRC) to ensure that our hiring practices remain equitable to candidates from groups protected by the prohibited grounds under the Code.