Early Childhood Educator

Onthebus; Petawawa; On-site; CAD 42,000 - 62,000; Full time

Job summary

RENFREW COUNTY DISTRICT SCHOOL BOARD (RCDSB) in Petawawa, Ontario, is seeking an Early Childhood Educator for Herman Street Public School. The role involves collaborating with kindergarten teachers and families to deliver an engaging Full Day Early Learning Kindergarten program.

Ideal candidates hold a two‑year ECE diploma, current registration, and strong communication, teamwork and organizational skills. Proficiency with computers and CPR/First Aid is required; bilingualism is an asset.

Qualifications

• Two-year Early Childhood Education Diploma with related experience.
• Proof of registration in good standing with the College of Early Childhood Educators.
• Strong communication with children, staff, parents and community.
• Demonstrated ability to design, prepare and implement early learning opportunities.
• Proven ability to work in a team environment.
• First Aid, CPR(C) and WHMIS certifications.
• Proficiency in computer applications (word processing, e‑mail and internet).
• Strong organizational and time-management skills.
• Bilingualism or proficiency in French would be an asset.

Responsibilities

• Design and implement in an early learning environment an enriched program that addresses children’s development in partnership with the kindergarten teacher.
• Collaborate with kindergarten teachers, other ECEs and parents to implement the Full Day Early Learning Kindergarten Program.
• Observe, monitor and assess development and progress of pupils (journals, observations, assessments, portfolios).
• Communicate with families and participate in team and parent meetings.
• Maintain a safe, caring and respectful learning environment.
• Other duties to be assigned by the principal.

Skills

Communication

Teamwork

Time management

Computer literacy

Bilingualism (French asset)

Education

ECE Diploma (2-year)

CEC Registration in good standing

Tools

First Aid

CPR

WHMIS

Word processing

Job description

September 4, 2026

RENFREW COUNTY DISTRICT SCHOOL BOARD (RCDSB)

requires an

EARLY CHILDHOOD EDUCATOR

The Early Learning Program Team, which involves kindergarten teachers and early childhood educators, will be working in partnership with school administration, parents, other staff members and community groups to provide our children with a stronger start in a safe, caring and respectful learning environment.

SCHOOL: Herman Street Public School, Petawawa

FTE: 100% (35 hours per week)

DUTIES:

• Design and implement in an early learning environment an enriched program that addresses children’s development, abilities, special talents, interest, style and pace of learning in partnership with the kindergarten teacher.
• Collaborate with kindergarten teachers, other early childhood educators and parents to implement the Full Day Early Learning Kindergarten Program.
• Observe, monitor and assess the development and progress of pupils in junior kindergarten and kindergarten (for example; via journals, observations, assessment tools and student portfolios).
• Communicate with families and participate in team and parent meetings (if appropriate depending on length of assignment).
• Maintain a safe, caring and respectful learning environment that recognizes and respects individual differences in children.
• Other duties to be assigned by principal.

QUALIFICATIONS:

• Two-year Early Childhood Education Diploma with at least two years related experience, comparable to the duties listed above, in an early learning environment.
• Proof of registration and in good standing with the College of Early Childhood Educators.
• Strong ability to communicate effectively and in a sensitive and courteous manner with children, staff, parents and community members.
• Demonstrated experience in successfully designing, preparing, implementing and enhancing early learning opportunities.
• Proven ability to thrive and work in a team environment.
• First Aid, CPR(C) and WHMIS certification.
• Proficiency in computer applications (word processing, e-mail and internet).
• Strong organizational and time-management skills.
• Bilingualism or proficiency in French would be an asset.

Hiring will follow the requirements outlined in the Collective Agreement for the Early Childhood Educators and the RCDSB Administrative Procedures. Positions will be filled by members of the RCDSB's Early Childhood Educator bargaining unit before external applications are considered. The RCDSB reserves the right not to fill a position.

All offers of employment are conditional upon receipt of a current vulnerable sector check and educational qualifications acceptable to the RCDSB.

The RCDSB is committed to creating an accessible and inclusive workplace. We are committed to providing barrier-free and accessible employment practices in compliance with the Accessibility for Ontarians with Disabilities Act (AODA). Applicants requiring a Code-protected accommodation are encouraged to advise Human Resources ([e-mail]) throughout any stage of the recruitment process.

The RCDSB is committed to equity, diversity and inclusion in our employment practices. For more information please visit the RCDSB Careers page.