Registered Early Childhood Educator

Chippewas of Rama First Nation; Washago; On-site; CAD 32,000 - 52,000; Full time

Job summary

Chippewas of Rama First Nation is seeking a dedicated Early Childhood Educator to supervise and manage the classroom/playroom, ensuring safety and developmental support for children. You will plan and implement weekly and monthly activities, maintain child records, supervise routines, and build positive relationships with families while complying with the Child Care and Early Years Act.

On-site role requires First Aid/CPR, RECE membership within 2 months, and Anishinaabemowin is considered an

Qualifications

• ECE diploma with RECE membership within first 2 months.
• First Aid/CPR Level C required.
• Anishinaabemowin is an asset.
• Medical exam stating free from infectious disease required.

Responsibilities

• Adhere to the Child Care and Early Years Act and centre guidelines.
• Plan and deliver weekly and monthly program plans with varied activities.
• Provide constant supervision of children in care.
• Maintain daily logs and children's daily sheets.
• Ensure routines are hygienic and developmentally appropriate.
• Engage with children during play to support development.
• Communicate regularly with parents/guardians.

Skills

ECE in good standing

First Aid/CPR Level C

Anishinaabemowin asset

Medical exam clearance

Education

ECE diploma or Child & Youth Diploma

Job description

Responsible for the supervision/management of classroom/playroom by ensuring the safety and physical well being of the children. Daily curriculum, evaluate the program effectiveness, communication with parents and other staff.

Qualifications

Education:

• College 2 years - ECE diploma (must receive RECE membership within the first 2 months) or holds a Child and Youth Diploma (eligible for Special Ministry approval).

Skills and Abilities:

• In good standing with the Ontario College of Early Childhood Educators.
• Must have First Aid/CPR Level C
• Anishinaabemowin an asset.
• Medical exam stating free from infectious disease will be required.

Experience:

• Experience working with and care of children newborn to 12 years old required.

Key Job Functions/Responsibilities

• Have up-to-date knowledge of and adhere to the Child Care and Early Years Act.
• Plan and deliver weekly and monthly program plans according to the Child Care and Early Years Act and departmental guidelines that provide a wide variety of social, creative, emotional, intellectual and physical activities to meet the overall needs of the child.
• Provide constant supervision of the children in care ensuring needs are met.
• Maintain daily written records in the logbook and through the children's daily sheets.
• Ensure that child care routines are carried out in a manner that is prompt, hygienic and consistent with good child development principles - diapering, toileting, eating, napping and transitions between activities.
• Set reasonable behavior expectations - keeping with the universal rules and guidelines.
• Ensure that direct engagement with the children through play is at the forefront of each day.
• Assess the developmental level of the children in care.
• Conduct a daily health check of each child and get regular updates on allergies and special conditions.
• Ensure that the physical layout, appearance and décor of the playrooms and parent areas are bright and welcoming.
• Organize space, equipment and materials prior to an activity.
• Complete responsibilities for cleaning and sanitizing playroom, toys and equipment according to procedure.
• Assist co-workers with ensuring that the playroom is in Ministry compliance with required fire drills and various playground inspections.
• Follow centre procedure for reporting serious occurrences, accidents, illnesses, injuries.
• Ensure daily communication with all parent/guardians is constant, consistent and positive.
• Administer medication if required, following the administration form as filled out by the parents/guardians.
• Complete a developmental checklist on each child as they transition to the next playroom.
• Form positive relationships with the children and families in care.
• Check room inventory so equipment is kept in good repair/supplies available when needed.
• Use a variety of teaching techniques (model, observe, question, demonstrate, reinforce).