Supply List - Designated Early Childhood Educators (DECE)

Simcoe County District School Board; Midhurst; On-site; CAD 42,000 - 52,000; Full time

Job summary

The Simcoe County District School Board is seeking a Designated Early Childhood Educator to join the supply list for kindergarten programs. You will partner with the Kindergarten Teacher to deliver a full-day early learning program that supports children's cognitive, physical, social and emotional development.

Applicants must hold a two-year ECE diploma, current CECE membership, and have six months' recent experience in an early learning setting.

Qualifications

• Two-year college ECE diploma required.
• Proof of CECE membership.
• Minimum six months' recent experience in an early learning centre or day care.
• Knowledge of Ontario full-day kindergarten program.
• Ability to communicate with children, parents, staff and the general public.
• Ability to follow policies and procedures in a timely manner.
• Understanding of confidentiality.
• Ability to handle stressful or emergency situations according to policies.
• Experience planning and implementing age-appropriate programs.
• Basic computer skills, strong organization and time management; meet deadlines.
• CPR and First Aid certification would be an asset.

Responsibilities

• Partner with the Kindergarten Teacher to implement a full-day early learning program.
• Create age-appropriate activities to support cognitive, physical, social and emotional development.
• Follow district policies, confidentiality rules and screening requirements.

Skills

ECE Diploma

CECE membership

Experience in ECE

Full-day kindergarten knowledge

Communication

Confidentiality

Time management

First Aid/CPR (asset)

Education

Early Childhood Education Diploma

CECE membership

Job description

The Simcoe County District School Board is currently accepting applications for the Designated Early Childhood Educator Supply List. Reporting to the Principal, the Designated Early Childhood Educator will partner with the Kindergarten Teacher to implement a full-day early learning program. The Supply Designated Early Childhood Educator will be knowledgeable of the design of programs and environments which will enhance children’s cognitive, physical, social and emotional development. Applicants will not be added to the list without being thoroughly screened. Unfortunately, not all applicants will be invited for an interview; only candidates meeting the required qualifications will be considered.

Qualifications and Skills Required:

• Two year community college Early Childhood Education Diploma;
• Proof of current membership with the College of Early Childhood Educators (CECE);
• A minimum of six (6) monthsrecentexperience working in an early learning centre or day care;
• Knowledge of Ministry of Education full-day kindergarten program;
• Ability to communicate in a sensitive, courteous manner with children, parents, staff and the general public;
• Proven ability to follow directions, policies and procedures in an appropriate and timely manner;
• Understanding of and commitment to confidentiality;
• Proven ability to deal with difficult situations and to take appropriate action in stressful or emergency situations according to policies and procedures;
• Experience planning and implementing age-appropriate programs;
• Basic computer skills, strong organization and time management skills and the ability to meet deadlines;
• Current CPR and First Aid Certification would be an asset.

A COPY OF YOUR DIPLOMA MUST BE ATTACHED TO YOUR ATE PORTFOLIO

Guided by the principles of dignity, individualization and inclusion, the Simcoe County District School Board (SCDSB) is committed to creating an equitable and inclusive environment that supports all human rights and accessibility needs for students and staff. The SCDSB recognizes the duty to accommodate, short of undue hardship as per the Ontario Human Rights Code (OHRC) and the Accessibility for Ontarians with Disabilities Act (AODA).

We value and are committed to upholding the principles of diversity, equity, and inclusion, and equitable hiring practices for all applicants to be successful. In support of our strategic priorities, we are seeking members who reflect diverse identities, lived experiences and perspectives, especially Indigenous peoples, racialized persons, persons with disabilities, 2SLGBTQ+, and women to assist the board in reflecting the community we serve. Our equitable hiring initiative is consistent with the Ontario Human Rights Code (OHRC) to ensure that our hiring practices remain equitable to candidates from groups protected by the prohibited grounds under the Code.

Applicants are to provide permission to contact two professional references, including their current and most recent supervisor. New hires to the Simcoe County District School Board will be required to submit a Vulnerable Sector Check (VSC) that is satisfactory to the Board prior to beginning employment. All new employees will be required to complete mandatory training modules with the Board prior to their first day of employment. All applicants are thanked for their interest in this position; however, only those who have been shortlisted for an interview will be contacted.