We are looking for a dynamic team player to join our centre. All permanent employees are eligible for company benefit package. Competitive wages with all government wage enhancements and pay equity.
West Oakville Preschool Centre is a licensed, non-profit child care centre located in Oakville offering care for infants, toddlers and preschoolers. We are currently seeking candidates for the following position:
Registered Early Childhood Educator (RECE) - Full Time, permanent
The successful candidate will be responsible for providing an engaging, safe and developmentally appropriate program in accordance with all relevant legislation.
Responsibilities:
- Planning and implementation of play & inquiry based curriculum
- Maintaining a clean, well-organized, inviting, healthy, safe, sanitary, diverse & inclusive environment
- Ensuring individual needs of each child is met through positive interactions, nutrition, and wellness
- Creating a sense of Belonging, Well-Being, Engagement and Expression within the program
- Observing and documenting children’s activity and development through various means
- Building relationships with families and supporting their individual needs
- Completing daily administrative tasks (attendance, portfolios, photo documentation, cleaning & disinfecting checklists, playground safety checklists, etc.)
- Acting accordingly in emergency situations, following applicable policy and procedures
- Assisting children with their daily hygiene needs
- Supervising children at all times and maintaining ratios accordingly
- Conducting self as a positive role model for children and co-workers
- Participating regularly in professional development activity
- Working collaboratively with professional partners and families to develop and employ goals, strategies and approaches for children with additional support needs
- Reviewing and recording pertinent information and messages in the Daily Log Book
- Attending and actively contributing to staff meetings and other networking opportunities
- Participating in Quality First program to continuously raise the level of quality in the centre
Qualifications: * ECE diploma from a post-secondary institution
- Current Valid Police Reference Check with Vulnerable Sector Screening
- Current valid Standard First Aid and Infant/Child CPR (Level C)
- Member in good standing with the College of ECEs
- Up-to-date immunization, following Public Health recommended immunization schedule
- Ability to work between the hours of 7:00 am and 6:30 pm
- Fluent and effective written and verbal English skills Only candidates selected for interview will be contacted.
Job Type: Full-time
Job Types: Full-time, Permanent
Pay: $27.00-$28.00 per hour
Expected hours: 7.5 per week
Benefits:
- Dental care
- Extended health care
- Paid time off
Work Location: In person
