Job Description

JOB

SUMMARY:

The Registered Early Childhood Educator reports to and works under the direction and supervision of the Child Care Supervisor and in accordance with Six Nations Social Services Mandate the Early Childhood Educator. Under the direction of the Child Care Supervisor, the Registered Early Childhood Educator (RECE/ECE) is responsible for maintaining a high quality child care program by offering safe play-based, child-centred learning experiences for children six months to nine years; promoting the emotional, cognitive, social, and physical well-being of the children while effectively communicating with the parents.



The RECE/ECE will ensure the implementation of "How Does Learning Happen", Excerpts from ELECT document, and also comply with Six Nations Elected Council Employment Policy, the Six Nations Council Health and Safety Guidelines, Six Nations Child Care Policy and Procedures and Parent Handbook.

Type

Full-time

Closing Date

October 15, 2025

Hours of Work

37.5 hrs/week

Wage

Min. $31.43/hr




A competitive compensation package will be offered commensurate with qualifications.

BASIC QUALIFICATIONS:

Minimum Qualifications


Must have an Early Childhood Education Diploma through a Community College Must be Registered with the College of Early Childhood Educators Thoroughly familiar with relevant legislation, regulations and guidelines, i.e., requirements as set out by the Child Care and Early Years Act Must have a valid certificate in First Aid/CPR Must submit and ensure immunizations are up to date Must submit a health assessment as according to Child Care Early Years Act Must pass a criminal records/vulnerable sector check Must sign and submit an offence of declaration every calendar year in which a vulnerable sector check is to be obtained Must be at least 18 years of age with a minimum grade 12 or equivalent. Will have Food Handlers Certificate or willing to obtain

Other Preferred Qualifications


Will have excellent communication skills; verbal and written, as well as good interpersonal skills. Knowledgeable of Haudenosaunee culture, language and traditions of Six Nations Will be willing to participate in training and upgrading.

SUBMISSION PROCEDURE: (Choose one method ONLY):

Method #1: Online

Please visit: https://www.sixnations.ca/careers/ to access our job board and follow the directions to apply. Please ensure all required documents are provided/uploaded with your application package, which include:

Cover letter

including your band name and number (if applicable). Please indicate in your letter how your education and experience qualifies you for this position.

Recent resume

clearly identifying that you meet the Basic Qualifications of this position as stipulated above.

Copy of your education

diploma/degree/certificate and transcript.

Method #2: GREAT

- Applications must include all of the following:

A

Six Nations of the Grand River Application for Employment Form

.

Cover letter

including your band name and number (if applicable). Please indicate in your letter how your education and experience qualifies you for this position.

Recent resume

clearly identifying that you meet the Basic Qualifications of this position as stipulated above.

Copy of your education

diploma/degree/certificate and transcript.

Place all documents listed above in a sealed envelope and mail to or drop off at:

Registered Early Childhood Educator - Full-Time - 160-25-2

c/o Reception Desk



Grand River Employment & Training (GREAT)



P.O. Box 69, 16 Sunrise Court



Ohsweken, Ontario N0A 1M0

REGISTERED EARLY CHILDHOOD EDUCATOR

EARLY YEARS CHILD CARE SERVICES

REPORTING RELATIONSHIP:

Reports to and works under the direction and supervision of the Child Care Supervisor and in accordance with Six Nations Social Services Mandate the Early Childhood Educator.

PURPOSE AND SCOPE OF THE POSITION:

Under the direction of the Child Care Supervisor, the Registered Early Childhood Educator (RECE/ECE) is responsible for maintaining a high quality childcare program by offering safe play-based, child-centred learning experiences for children six months to nine years; promoting the emotional, cognitive, social, and physical well-being of the children while effectively communicating with the parents.



The RECE/ECE will ensure the implementation of "How Does Learning Happen", Excerpts from ELECT document, and also comply with Six Nations Elected Council Employment Policy, the Six Nations Council Health and Safety Guidelines, Six Nations Child Care Policy and Procedures and Parent Handbook.

DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES:

TECHNICAL:

Provide a nurturing and caring environment conducive to learning Identifying child interests that will enhance the developmental areas of the child including curiosity, self- esteem and cultural awareness Feeding infants in accordance with written instruction of parents and providing parents with any concerns relating to food intake Perform daily playground and sleep room duty following established procedures/guidelines. Cleaning and maintaining furniture, toys and equipment including counter space and sink in designated area Changing and rearranging furniture, toys and equipment for variety as per child's interest Providing guidance to student teachers/volunteers and other trainees on assignment at the childcare programs Observing individual child's development and referring concerns to the Special Needs Consultant and assisting the Special Needs Resourcing Team in developing and implementing individual programs Following behaviour management and self- regulation guidelines

ADMINISTRATIVE:

Acting as a role model for co-workers, parents, students, volunteers, and visitors Planning, writing, implementing and evaluating activities/curriculum for developmental growth of the child, through group and individual activities, indoor and outdoor activities and active and quiet Be flexible in working with all age groups as required Keeping daily log of each child and daily activities as required by the Child Care and Early Years Act and "Hi Mamma" Ensuring any food/drink supplied by the parent is properly labelled and stored Plan walks, trips, visitors and resources to compliment planned program Planning and implementing gathering time that is related and/or is of interest to the children Providing supervision and interaction with children at all times Doing an informal health check of each child upon arrival Daily inventory of equipment in designated area inside and outside to ensure items have been returned and put away Conducting parent interviews Implement the ELECT framework and "How Learning Happens" framework or any future childhood developmental tools that may arise while in the position On-going upgrading your skills through workshops, courses, training to advance professional development, as required in maintaining Continuous Professional Learning (CPL) Name tag is required/worn daily for security purposes-if lost/stolen a charge will be required

COMMUNICATIONS & LIAISON:

Greeting children and parents upon arrival and departure Apply safety procedures and address emergencies according to established procedures Providing daily communications with co-workers as per scaffolding of learning based on child's interest and developmental skills, to prepare and implement activities Work cooperatively with all staff. Interact effectively with children, parents, co-workers, students and volunteers Providing daily communications with parents both written and verbal on child's progress and recording difficulties, accomplishments, milestones, and symptoms of ill health in daily journal and child's individual records Assisting with planning and implementing parent meetings or programs Assisting in promotional activities/fundraising Conduct parent interviews as required Working cooperatively with all staff enhancing relationships with community resources and collaboration with existing programs and services on and off Six Nations of the Grand River communities Maintaining confidentiality and ensures compliance following Personal Health Information Protection Act (PHIPA) and the Personal Information Protection and Electronic Documents Act (*PIPEDA) legislation regulations
Maintaining a team approach to resolving such issues, conflicts and problems that may arise in the process of providing support services Maintaining confidentiality as per Six Nations Council Employment Policy.

OTHER RELATED DUTIES:

Any other related duties as assigned by the Child Care Supervisors which includes, but is not limited to, participation in the Six Nations Emergency Response Plan, Pandemic Plan of Response and the Trauma Events Response Team (TERT).

WORKING CONDITIONS:

Patience and flexibility working with a variety of age groups Works in a climate-controlled environment accept for daily outdoor supervision/interaction with children Some after-hours participation for staff meetings, parent meetings and other planned activities Meeting ratios when required during "unscheduled" shutdowns as per Six Nations Council Personnel Policy Lifting of children, lifting and moving furnishings and equipment daily Flexibility working various day shifts Gossip/hearsay/off duty conduct is not tolerable (see Six Nations Band Council Employment Policy) Encouraged to be limited of what is uploaded to Facebook/Twitter and other cyber sites, which may incriminate the Child Care Working in a climate controlled environment while on site Maintain confidentiality Cell phones are not to be used during work hours unless authorized by the Coordinator (emergency, trips) Name tag is required/worn daily-a charge will be added if lost/stolen (new name tag located at Human Resources)

WORKING RELATIONSHIPS:

Works with the Supervisor of Child Care Services



Receives supervision, instruction, direction and guidance in planning, priorities and interactions to ensure tasks are done efficiently and effectively.



Must be able to work independently and as a team player within the Six Nations Social Services and all other work environments.



Establishing positive, collaborative working relationships and linkages among all service providers within all work environments



Being professional and being able to accept constructive criticism



Receives direction and guidance.


With the Directors and Managers



Acting as a resource providing information and assistance in a cooperative and courteous manner.


With the Community



Working in a cooperative and courteous manner that represents and promotes Six Nations Council and the Social Services Department,



Familiar with Six Nations Council Employment and Health and Safety policies and procedures.



Represents and promotes Six Nations Social Services; maintains awareness of legislation, policy and program changes: develops sound professional working relationships

KNOWLEDGE AND SKILLS:

Minimum Qualifications


Must have an Early Childhood Education Diploma through a Community College Must be Registered with the College of Early Childhood Educators Thoroughly familiar with relevant legislation, regulations and guidelines, i.e., requirements as set out by the Child Care and Early Years Act Must have a valid certificate in First Aid/CPR Must submit and ensure immunizations are up to date Must submit a health assessment as according to Child Care Early Years Act Must pass a criminal records/vulnerable sector check Must sign and submit an offence of declaration every calendar year in which a vulnerable sector check is to be obtained Must be at least 18 years of age with a minimum grade 12 or equivalent. Will have Food Handlers Certificate or willing to obtain

Other Preferred Qualifications


Will have excellent communication skills; verbal and written, as well as good interpersonal skills. Knowledgeable of Haudenosaunee culture, language and traditions of Six Nations Will be willing to participate in training and upgrading. Preference will be given to Six Nations band members Maintains confidentiality

MPACT OF ERROR:

Errors in judgment and in the conduct of duties could lead to loss of credibility, poor public relations, and public confusion, serious impacts on clients and staff, and legal liability to self and to Six Nations Council. Failure to comply with the regulations of the Child Care and Early Years Act can impact the license of the child care programs

CONTROL:

Works within the organizational structure and administrative policy and procedures established by the Six Nations of the Grand River Employment Policy,



Works within the Six Nations Social Services values, principles, and mission statement, and the Six Nations of the Grand River Child and Family Services policies as set by the Six Nations Council,



Works within the policies and procedures established through service contracts by the Six Nations Council and relevant funding agencies,



Works within the Six Nations Early Years and Child Care Services program statement, Six Nations Early Years and Child Care Services Employee Handbook and Six Nations Early Years and Child Care Services Parent Handbook.