Early Years - Registered Early Childhood Educator

Inuuqatigiit Centre; Ottawa; On-site; CAD 40,000 - 62,000; Full time

Job summary

Inuuqatigiit Centre in Ottawa, ON is seeking an Early Years - Registered Early Childhood Educator to plan and deliver a culturally-based program for children aged 2.5 to 6 years.

The successful candidate will collaborate with a dedicated team, implement the How Does Learning Happen framework, and integrate Inuit Qaujimajatuqangit. This on-site role emphasizes health, safety and ongoing assessment of children's development.

Qualifications

• ECE diploma and OC ECE registration are required.
• First Aid/CPR certification or willingness to obtain.
• Fluency in Inuktitut is an asset.
• Experience with Inuit or Indigenous communities preferred.
• Ability to work collaboratively in a high-stress setting.

Responsibilities

• Plan and deliver a high quality, culturally-based early years program.
• Create weekly curriculum plans and document child progress.
• Ensure health, safety and well-being of children.
• Integrate Inuit culture and language into activities.
• Maintain records and comply with Early Learning regulations.

Skills

Inuktitut (asset)

Effective communication

Team collaboration

Crisis management

Program planning

Education

ECE diploma

Ontario ECE registration

First Aid/CPR certificate

Job description

Early Years - Registered Early Childhood Educator

Inuuqatigiit Centre, 230 McArthur Ave, Ottawa, Ontario, Canada

Job Description

Posted Friday, August 21, 2026 at 4:00 a.m.

POSITION SUMMARY

Under the supervision of the Manager of Early Years the Early Childhood Educator plans and delivers a high quality and culturally-based Early Years program.

KEY DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES

• Provide a stimulating, caring and culturally appropriate early learning environment for children aged 2.5- 6 years
• Share in the responsibility for planning, preparing, and implementing curriculum to foster development in all developmental domains using a variety of groups and individual activities.
• Recognize and respond to the needs of each child by using developmentally appropriate teaching and child behavior guidance and strategies
• Participate fully and consistently as a team member in caring for the children and in the overall operation of the program center
• Complete weekly program and outdoor plans to be posted in the classroom.
• Be familiar with and follow the Early Years annual workplans.
• Be familiar with How Does Learning Happen document.
• Be familiar with Inuit Qaujimajatuqangit
• Be familiar with the 6 Head Start Components
• Observe, monitor, and track each child's individual progress and development in accordance with learning goals the program and Inuuqatigiit Centre's policies and procedures.
• Monitor health, safety, and well-being of children.
• Responsible for the constant supervision, safety, and well-being of children in Early Years programs
• Document and assess children's development.
• Understand and adhere to all regulations of the Early Learning and Child Care Act (e.g., child/staff ratios)
• Comply with all recording and reporting requirements outlined in Inuuqatigiit Centre's Early Years Policies &
• Procedures (e.g. daily log, incident reports, medication administration)
• Maintain program equipment in good repair and share responsibility for hygiene.
• Sanitize toys as required and outlined in policies and procedures.
• Other duties as required

ACCOUNTABILITY

• Accountable for the well-being of children and staff.
• Adheres to Inuuqatigiit Centre's Early Years Policy and Procedures.
• Keeps child, parent, family related information confidential at all times; and

ENVIRONMENTAL FACTORS

• Must demonstrate stress resistance and stamina in caring for young children;
• Regular physical activity is associated with programming activities.
• Always ensure personal safety and precautions
• Integrate the Inuit culture and language in all aspects of program responsibilities

KNOWLEDGE AND SKILLS

• Fluency in Inuktitut would be an asset.
• Knowledge of the needs of Inuit children, parents, and families.
• Knowledge of Inuit and non-Inuit community services and supports.
• Ability to communicate effectively orally and in writing.
• Ability to operate computer systems and relevant software.
• Strong organizational, program planning, evaluation, fiscal management, and problem- solving skills.
• Ability to respond effectively in crisis situations.
• Ability to work in a collaborative staff team environment.
• Ability to function effectively in a high stress, high noise environment; and
• Enthusiasm, flexibility, dedication, and commitment to children.

QUALIFICATIONS & REQUIREMENTS

• Fluency in Inuktitut is an asset.
• Knowledge of the needs of Inuit children and families.
• Knowledge of Inuit Qaujimajatuqangit, culture, and practices.
• Knowledge of How Does Learning Happen document.
• Early Childhood Education (ECE) diploma
• Registration with the Ontario College of ECE.
• Minimum one-year experience working with
• Minimum one-year experience working with Inuit or Indigenous communities.
• Enthusiasm, flexibility, dedication, and commitment to children.
• Knowledge of the needs of Inuit children and families.
• Ability to work in a collaborative staff team environment.
• Ability to function effectively in a high stress, high noise environment;
• Knowledge of COVID-19 Policies in an Early Years setting.
• First Aid/CPR certificate (or willingness to become certified) required.
• Current Police Record Check - Vulnerable Sector required in keeping with Inuuqatigiit Centre's
• Personnel Policies and Procedures.
• Medical certification of good health; TB test and other immunizations up-to-date; and
• Proof of COVID-1 2 vaccine (Dose 1 & 2).

Inuuqatigiit Centre is committed to creating a more representative workforce so it can better understand and serve the needs of our Inuit community in Ottawa.

Employment in some positions requires an acceptable criminal record check. Possession of a criminal record will not necessarily disqualify candidates from further consideration.

Eligibility list may be created to fill future vacancies. Job descriptions may be obtained by email or on the website.

Note that accommodation is available for applicants with disabilities throughout the recruitment process.

When two equally qualified candidates are considered for the same position, preference will be given to the candidate of Inuit descent.

Only those applicants selected for an interview will be contacted.

This position is dependent upon funding approval.

We do not use automated or AI- based systems to screen candidates.

All applications are assessed by qualified hiring professionals We thank all those who applied.