Job Description

Star Seedlings Family and Childcare Centre in

Guelph

is seeking a Registered Early Childhood Educator for our beautiful child care centre. Potential applicants should be familiar with

Waldorf

education or eager to learn this

unique

pedagogical approach with the very young child.

Our curriculum is designed to care for children through

individual interactions

, careful

attention

to their physical, social, and emotional needs, and by providing stability through

consistency

of practice. As play is the foundation for all learning, children engage

in self-directed play

both indoors and during our extended outdoor play periods

At Star Seedlings, we create an environment where children are at the

centre

of everything we do. Our program offers a lower child to staff ratio, supporting the time to build

relationships

with the children in our care while allowing us to complete our duties. Star Seedlings is

screen and electronics free

, with a unique and refreshing approach to observation and documentation of learning.

We are looking for a caregiver who is

joyful

and warm, with strong communication skills, and who has enthusiasm for life and learning. The ideal applicants cherish children, possess a positive attitude, are receptive to feedback and coaching, and enjoy working collaboratively with others. A love for

singing

and crafting is an asset (i.e., knitting, sewing, crochet, art)

Required Qualifications/Skills

Previous employment experience in a licensed child care setting

A valid First Aid and CPR Level "C" Certificate is required

Prior to beginning employment, a Police Vulnerable Sector Check must be obtained

Strong communication skills

A sound understanding of applicable legislation/ health and safety regulations

Ability to work and contribute as part of a team

As our staff spend time outdoors in all weather and may participate in daily off-site activities, candidates should be in good physical health

Familiarity with Waldorf Education and or a willingness and desire to learn about the Waldorf approach.

Responsibilities

:

Prepare the environment and activities in our screen-free & electronics-free classrooms

Provide physical care, and emotional support to children.

Assist in classroom management using positive, gentle, and age-appropriate approaches.

Maintain high health, safety and supervision standards indoors, in the bathroom, and outside.

Communicate with colleagues & parents concerning classroom observations.

Maintain compliance with all legislative requirements, health and safety guidelines, and our standard of care.

Job Types: Part-time, Casual

Pay: $21.00 per hour

Expected hours: 1 - 40 per week

Benefits:

On-site parking
Experience:

child care: 1 year (preferred)
Work Location: In person