Early Childhood Educator - Regina SK

Ehrlo; Regina; On-site; CAD 30,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

An established industry player is seeking an enthusiastic Early Childhood Educator to join their team and make a meaningful impact in the lives of young children. This role involves supporting the social, emotional, physical, and cognitive development of toddlers in a nurturing environment. You'll collaborate with a dedicated team to create engaging, project-based learning experiences while adhering to provincial guidelines. With a focus on professional development and a commitment to fostering a supportive workplace culture, this position offers you the chance to grow your career while making a difference in the community. If you're passionate about early childhood education, this opportunity is perfect for you.

Benefits

Comprehensive health and wellness benefits

Flexible work arrangements

Professional development opportunities

Recognition programs

Supportive work culture

Qualifications

• Minimum one year of experience with toddlers or young children.
• Commitment to continuous learning and professional development.

Responsibilities

• Develop and implement daily activities based on EELC programming.
• Provide direction and mentorship to new employees and volunteers.
• Promote and reinforce safe work practices.

Skills

Collaborative team player

Strong interpersonal skills

Effective leadership

Outgoing personality

Familiarity with Child Care Regulations

Emotional competence

Empathy and patience

Problem-solving abilities

Goal-oriented

Basic computer skills

Education

Diploma in Early Childhood Education or ECE III equivalency

Job description

Location: Regina, SK
Position: Full Time Permanent
Closing Date: Continuous

Join Our Team as an Early Childhood Educator!

Are you ready to make a meaningful impact working in an Early Education Center? We’re looking for an enthusiastic individual to join us as an Early Childhood Educator to support the social, emotional, physical, and cognitive development of toddlers and young children in a nurturing and inclusive environment. You'll work closely with the supervisor and program team to provide project-based learning and developmentally appropriate activities, following the Centre's curriculum and policies as well as provincial legislation.

Qualifications

Education and Professional Certification

• Diploma in Early Childhood Education or ECE III equivalency.

Experience

• Minimum one (1) year of experience working with toddlers and/or young children.

Skills and Characteristics

• Collaborative team player.
• Strong interpersonal skills with the ability to build meaningful relationships with diverse stakeholders.
• Effective leadership through motivation, role modeling, and support.
• Outgoing personality with diverse interests to engage children (e.g., outdoors, arts, sports).
• Familiarity with Child Care Regulations and Ministry of Education guidelines.
• Emotional competence and self-awareness.
• Empathy, patience, and understanding in daily interactions.
• Problem-solving and decision-making abilities.
• Goal-oriented with the ability to achieve both personal and program objectives.
• Adaptable to new situations.
• Ability to maintain a clean and organized environment.
• Commitment to continuous learning and professional development.
• Basic computer skills.

Duties and Responsibilities

Services

• Develop and implement daily activities based on EELC programming, balancing educator-led and child-directed approaches.
• Collaborate with team members to adapt programming to the needs of each child.
• Document observations and assessments for the supervisor.
• Assist in preparing nutritious meals and snacks.
• Adjust the environment to meet evolving program needs.
• Follow supervision policies and procedures as outlined in the EELC Parent Handbook.
• Administer medication according to EELC policies.
• Complete all reports and documentation accurately and on time.
• Participate in meetings, workshops, and training as requested.
• Perform other related duties as assigned.

Leadership

• Provide direction, guidance, and mentorship to new employees, practicum students, and volunteers.
• Demonstrate positive role modeling and uphold agency values.
• Communicate and collaborate with the multidisciplinary team as needed.

Management of Resources

• Identify and request necessary resources for activities.
• Reconcile expenses and manage approved expenditures.
• Ensure the cleanliness and maintenance of all facilities and equipment.

Safety

• Promote and reinforce safe work practices.
• Comply with all agency and government safety regulations and guidelines.

Additional Requirements

• The incumbent is responsible for completing all mandatory training requirements for the position as per agency policy and guidelines.

At Ranch Ehrlo Society, we understand the importance of recognizing and rewarding the valuable contributions of our team members. That's why we offer a competitive total rewards package that goes beyond just salary. From comprehensive health and wellness benefits to opportunities for professional development and growth, we prioritize the well-being and success of our employees. Additionally, our package includes perks such as flexible work arrangements, recognition programs, and a supportive work culture that fosters collaboration and innovation.

Apply now on our website here to take the first step toward an enriching career with us!

Wage range for this position is $21.25 to $27.83 per hour.

If you have any questions, please contact Karin Duff @ 306-751-2918.

The wage range does not include any eligible wage enhancement grant provided by the Ministry of Education.