Early Childhood Education (ECE) Teacher - 1 year LTO

Ridley College; St. Catharines; On-site; CAD 40,000 - 70,000; Full time

Job summary

An established educational institution is seeking a passionate ECE Teacher for its Lower School to cover a maternity leave. This role involves supporting the Kindergarten Teacher in creating a nurturing and engaging learning environment for young learners. The ideal candidate will have a strong background in Early Childhood Education, a commitment to student development, and the ability to foster positive social interactions among children. Join a vibrant community that values collaboration and lifelong learning, and contribute to shaping the educational experiences of students in a picturesque setting in the heart of Niagara.

Benefits

Competitive compensation package

Ontario Teacher’s Pension Plan

Professional development opportunities

Inclusive workplace community

Beautiful campus setting

Qualifications

• Minimum 2 years’ experience in Early Learning settings.
• Member in good standing with the Ontario College of Early Childhood Educators.

Responsibilities

• Maintain a healthy emotional and social learning environment.
• Provide supervision and age-appropriate learning experiences.
• Engage in professional development activities.

Skills

Early Childhood Education

Classroom Management

Interpersonal Skills

Creative Teaching

Problem Solving

Education

Two-year community college Early Childhood Education Diploma

International Baccalaureate PYP course

Job description

THE RIDLEY DIFFERENCE

Founded in 1889, Ridley College is a co-educational boarding and day school with over 800 students in JK to Grade 12 from more than 55 countries worldwide. Education at Ridley is 'learner-centred' and inquiry-based, enhanced by the International Baccalaureate (IB) curriculum. It places students at the heart of the learning experience and develops curiosity, open-mindedness, and agile thinking and doing. Guided by our vision, we aim to inspire flourishing lives to transform our globe.

We strive as a community to create a culture of belonging on campus based on trust, collaboration and cooperation, and to promote and deepen these shared values in all we do. Joining the team at Ridley means you are committed to life-long learning and development, have integrity and value being of service in a richly diverse community. Attracting, developing and retaining people who thrive in Ridley’s positive education culture that recognizes and celebrates individual strengths is critical to our success.

Ridley College is located on 90 picturesque acres in St. Catharines, Ontario, in the heart of the Niagara Peninsula and is comprised of a stunning blend of century-old buildings housing modernized technology. Our new, state-of-the-art teaching and learning facilities, slated to open in early 2024 as part of the ongoing Campaign for Ridley, will continue to reshape the learning experience for future generations of Ridleians and uphold Ridley’s place as a global leader in education.

Ridley’s teaching facilities are second to none. All teaching spaces have a wireless network and Internet access and are equipped with SMARTBoard technology.

OVERVIEW:

Ridley College has an opportunity for an ECE Teacher in our Lower School covering a one year maternity leave commencing March 2025.

This role will assist the Kindergarten Teacher to implement the Kindergarten Programme within both a classroom setting and in other school contexts, providing appropriate supervision and age-appropriate learning experiences targeting individual student’s needs, stages of development and interests.

Key Responsibilities:

1. Maintain healthy emotional and social learning environment for all students
2. Maintain clean and safe environments and other related duties as assigned
3. Supervise and assist children in bathroom routines, dressing, snack and during lunchtime activities
4. Provide positive social and emotional experiences to strengthen prosocial skills such as sharing, problem solving, and cooperation
5. Provide daily, appropriate supervision of children at recess and during before-school hours
6. Ensure the learning environment is set up appropriately (e.g., display, up-keep, organization of materials)
7. Attend and engage in staff meetings, as required, and professional development activities
8. Actively engage in the Professional Growth and Development Programme model (Pro Gro) using Folio to advance Ridley College’s vision and mission, and to ensure best practices

QUALIFICATIONS:

EDUCATION:

1. Two-year community college Early Childhood Education Diploma
2. Minimum 2 years’ experience working in an Early Learning setting
3. Member in good standing with the Ontario College of Early Childhood Educators and adherence to the Code of Ethics and Standards of Practice (CECE) College of Early Childhood Educators
4. Successful completion OR commitment to complete the International Baccalaureate PYP course, Making the PYP Happen in the Classroom (Category 1)

EXPERIENCE & OTHER REQUIREMENTS:

1. Experience teaching in Primary or Junior grades with planning and implementing age-appropriate programs for children between the ages of four and 12 years
2. Demonstrates creativity, a passion for teaching and can foster unique learning experiences for students
3. Excellent interpersonal skills, exemplary communication skills, problem-solving, negotiation, and mediation skills
4. Experience with innovative teaching and learning
5. Commitment to the College’s academic and co-curricular directions and the school’s vision and mission
6. Be enthusiastic, energetic, and able to foster unique learning experiences for students
7. Able to thrive in a collaborative, flexible and supportive team environment
8. Independent school experience, and coaching/extracurricular experience are all assets

OUR OFFER:

Ridley College offers a positive and inclusive workplace community with a competitive compensation package including the Ontario Teacher’s Pension Plan where applicable; innovative, challenging and rewarding opportunities; a learning environment that promotes professional development and personal growth; active community involvement; and a beautiful campus setting in the heart of Niagara that engages and inspires our employees to flourish.

HOW TO APPLY:

Deadline for applications: January 10, 2025

While all applicants are thanked for their interest, only those chosen for interviews will be contacted.

As a condition of employment, a satisfactory Vulnerable Persons Screening Report must be provided.

Ridley College is committed to fostering an inclusive, accessible, and equitable environment where everyone feels respected, valued and supported. Accommodations are available for applicants with disabilities throughout the recruitment process. If you are selected to participate in the recruitment process, please inform Human Resources of the nature of any accommodation(s) that you may require in respect of any materials or processes used in order to ensure your equal participation.