Long Term Occasional Early Childhood Educator

Renfrew County District School Board; Arnprior; On-site; CAD 52,000 - 72,000; Full time

Job summary

Renfrew County District School Board (RCDSB) is seeking a Long Term Occasional Early Childhood Educator for McNab Public School in Arnprior. The educator will design enriched early learning experiences in partnership with the kindergarten teacher and collaborate with staff and families in a supportive learning environment.

The role emphasizes observing and assessing progress, implementing the Full Day Early Learning Kindergarten Program, and maintaining a safe, inclusive classroom.

Qualifications

• Two-year Early Childhood Education Diploma with at least two years related experience.
• Proof of registration and in good standing with the College of Early Childhood Educators.
• Strong ability to communicate effectively with children, staff, parents and community members.
• Demonstrated experience 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 word processing, e-mail and internet.
• Strong organizational and time-management skills.

Responsibilities

• Design and implement in an early learning environment an enriched program that addresses children’s development, abilities, talents, interests, and pace 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 in junior kindergarten and kindergarten.
• Communicate with families and participate in team and parent meetings.
• Maintain a safe, caring and respectful learning environment that recognizes individual differences.
• Other duties to be assigned by principal.

Skills

Effective communication

Team collaboration

Time management

Observation & assessment

Computer literacy

Education

ECE Diploma (2-year)

Registration with College of ECE

First Aid / CPR(C) / WHMIS

Tools

Microsoft Word

Email & Internet basics

Job description

November 5, 2026

RENFREW COUNTY DISTRICT SCHOOL BOARD (RCDSB)

requires a

LONG TERM OCCASIONALEARLY 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: McNab Public School, Arnprior

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.

TERM: Immediately to June 28, 2027 (or return of incumbent)

SALARY:

According to article L9.0 of the RCDSB and OSSTF ECE collective agreement

Hiring will follow the requirements outlined in the Collective Agreement for the Early Childhood Educators and the RCDSBAdministrative 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.

Only candidates selected for interviews will be contacted.

All other applicants are thanked for their interest.

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.