registered early childhood educator (RECE)

Eh to Zed Preschool Canada Early Learning Academy; Guelph; On-site; CAD 40,000 - 50,000; Full time

Job summary

A local early learning center in Guelph seeks a registered early childhood educator to assess and support children's development. This role involves creating tailored learning plans, implementing child-care programs, and engaging children through storytelling and creative activities. Ideal candidates should have an ECE Certificate and experience in early childhood education. The position offers a permanent contract with 35 hours of work per week, and candidates must demonstrate strong multitasking abilities and a commitment to fostering a safe and nurturing environment.

Benefits

Mentorship and networking opportunities

On-the-job training tailored to youth

Support for Indigenous communities

Qualifications

• 7 months to less than 1 year experience in early childhood education.
• Ability to develop individualized learning plans.
• Knowledge of child care program implementation.

Responsibilities

• Assess the children's development to prepare tailored learning plans.
• Develop and implement programs supporting children's development.
• Guide children in proper eating, dressing, and toilet habits.
• Maintain a safe and healthy environment for children.

Skills

Child development assessment

Program development

Storytelling

Creativity encouragement

Observation of behavior

Guidance in habits

Multitasking

Education

Early Childhood Education (ECE) Certificate

College certificate or diploma

Job description

registered early childhood educator (RECE) Eh to Zed Preschool Canada Early Learning Academy•Guelph, ON, CA

• Work Term: Permanent
• Hours: 35 hours per week
• Education: College, CEGEP or other non-university certificate or diploma from a program of 1 year to 2 years
• Experience: 7 months to less than 1 year

Work setting

• Child care centre

Tasks

• Assess the children's development in order to prepare a learning plan tailored to his needs.
• Develop and implement child-care programs that support and promote the physical, cognitive, emotional and social development of children
• Storytelling
• Lead activities by telling or reading stories, teaching songs and taking children to local points of interest
• Encourage children to express creativity through the media of art, dramatic play, music and physical activity
• Engage children in activities by telling stories, teaching songs and preparing crafts
• Guide and assist children in the development of proper eating, dressing and toilet habits
• Observe children for signs of potential learning or behavioural problems and prepare reports for parents, guardians or supervisor
• Establish guidelines for behaviour
• Attend staff meetings to discuss progress and problems of children
• Establish and maintain collaborative relationships with co-workers and community service providers working with children
• Plan and maintain an environment that protects the health, security and well-being of children
• Plan and organize activities for school-age children in child-care programs before and after regular school hours

Supervision

• 3-4 people

Certificates, licences, memberships, and courses

• Early Childhood Education (ECE) Certificate

Work conditions and physical capabilities

Personal suitability

• Punctuality
• Values and ethics
• Ability to multitask

Employment terms options

• Early morning

Employment terms options

• Evening
• Morning
• To be determined
• Day

Support for youths

• Participates in a government or community program or initiative that supports youth employment
• Offers on-the-job training tailored to youth
• Offers mentorship, coaching and/or networking opportunities for youth
• Provides awareness training to employees to create a welcoming work environment for youth
• Participates in a government or community program or initiative that supports Indigenous people
• Offers mentorship, coaching and/or networking opportunities for Indigenous workers
• Develops and maintains relationships with indigenous communities, indigenous-owned businesses and organizations
• Provides cultural competency training and/or awareness training to all employees to create a welcoming work environment for Indigenous workers
• Facilitates access to Elders who can offer support and guidance to Indigenous workers