Early Childhood Educator

Northwest Employment Works; Ontario; On-site; CAD 30,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

An established industry player is seeking a passionate Early Childhood Educator to join their team. This role involves providing daily care for children and implementing engaging programs that foster cognitive, physical, social, and emotional development. The ideal candidate will have a strong educational background in early childhood education and experience working with First Nation children and families. This is a full-time permanent position that offers the opportunity to make a meaningful impact in the community. If you are dedicated to nurturing young minds and promoting cultural traditions, this is the perfect opportunity for you.

Qualifications

• Must have a Secondary School Graduate Diploma and a Post-Secondary Diploma in Early Childhood Education.
• Registered with the College of Early Childhood Educators and clear criminal reference check required.

Responsibilities

• Responsible for daily care and planning age-appropriate programs for children.
• Maintain communication with community organizations, children, parents, and elders.

Skills

First Aid & CPR

Experience with First Nation Children and Families

Communication Skills

Teaching Techniques

Education

Secondary School Graduate Diploma

Post-Secondary Diploma in Early Childhood Education

Registered Member of College of Early Childhood Educators

Job description

BIIGTIGONG NISHNAABEG
EMPLOYMENT OPPORTUNITY
INTERNAL/EXTERNAL

Job title: Early Childhood Educator
Department: Education – Child & Family Learning Center
Employment status: Full time Permanent
Posting Date: April 23, 2025
Closing Date: May 2, at 12:00pm (Noon)

Job Summary:
Under the direction of the Children & Family Learning Center Supervisor, the Early Childhood Educator is responsible for the daily care of the children registered at the Center as well as the planning and implementation of age-appropriate programs to enhance the children’s cognitive, physical, social, and emotional development. All duties and responsibilities will be in accordance with the Child Care and Early Years Act and program philosophy.

Skills & Qualifications:
Candidates will be screened according to the listed criteria. It is the responsibility of the candidate to indicate that she/he meets the following criteria:

1. A Secondary School Graduate Diploma (Grade 12)
2. Post-Secondary Diploma in Early Childhood Education
3. Registered Member of College of Early Childhood Educators
4. Clear Criminal Reference Check upon hire
5. Current First Aid & CPR
6. Experience working with First Nation Children and Families

Duties & Responsibilities:

1. Promote the philosophy and mandate of the Biigtigong Children and Family Learning Center
2. Maintain communication and establish a working relationship with community organizations, children, parents, and elders.
3. Ensure that Band Members are well informed of the Children and Family Learning Center through promotional activities, encouraging feedback from members.
4. Pursue personal professional development by attending relevant training workshops, seminars, and meetings when required.
5. Work in consultation with the supervisor and other staff to provide age-appropriate developmental programs to enhance the children’s cognitive, physical, social, and emotional development.
6. Use a variety of teaching techniques including modeling, observing, questioning, demonstrating, and reinforcing.
7. Plan and provide a daily balance of active/quiet, indoor/outdoor, and individual/group activities. Implement a schedule that incorporates child-directed activity, care routines, and transition times.
8. Prepare activities, crafts, circles, etc.
9. Provide positive social experiences including sharing, cooperation, respect for others, and self-sufficiency.
10. Plan and carry out activities that encourage problem-solving.
11. Plan and carry out developmentally appropriate activities and experiences in accordance with the program philosophy.
12. Design and develop a program curriculum as per the learning center guidelines.
13. Learn and utilize Nishnaabeg tradition, language, culture, and world view in the daily planning and care of the children of the center.
14. Perform other duties as required.

Candidate must be flexible in their role with the possibility of job placement taking place at both the Children and Family Learning Center and the Elementary School when the need arises.

Online Application Submission:

Please submit your cover letter, resume, and professional references via our online application portal. You can find the link below. Be sure to complete all required fields and attach your documents before submitting.

BambooHR Web Link: https://bn.bamboohr.com/careers/44

OJIBWAYS OF THE PIC RIVER FIRST NATION – BIIGTIGONG NISHNAABEG
P.O. Box 193, Via Heron Bay, Ontario P0T 1R0 Phone [phone] Fax [phone]
www.picriver.com