Job Description

OSSTF-ESSP

Designated Early Childhood Educator (DECE)

(Daily Occasional/Long-Term Assignment)

Avon Maitland District School Board (AMDSB) provides first class education to students and families throughout Huron and Perth Counties. We aim to engage, inspire, and innovate, in all that we do! We are always learning! Our work is guided by a Strategic Plan and highlights 3 main areas of focus that enable our students and staff to say: I am prepared. I am well. I am engaged.


Our vision is to

engage

,

inspire

,

innovate

, because we are

always learning.


Are you a registered Early Childhood Educator looking for a rewarding career opportunity supporting primary students in a Kindergarten classroom?


The Avon Maitland District School Board is seeking individuals who are passionate about supporting students with diverse needs and providing age-appropriate learning environments for our primary students.

Start Date:

As soon as possible

Hours of Work:

Call-in basis, Monday - Friday from September to June

Compensation Package Details:

Daily Rate:

$25.03 per hour + vacation pay as outlined in the OSSTF-ESSP Collective Agreement

Long Term Assignment Rate:

$26.80 per hour + vacation payas outlined in the OSSTF-ESSP Collective Agreement

Pension Plan

: Defined pension plan through the Ontario Municipal Employees Retirement System (OMERS)

Employee Assistance Program

(EAP) through TELUS which includes:

24/7 confidential support Access to information on personal fitness, nutrition, career, financial and legal advice; relationship & family support, and overall wellbeing resources.

Responsibilities

The Designated Early Childhood Educator (DECE) will partner with the classroom teacher to plan and implement a full day early learning kindergarten program within a classroom setting. The DECE will also provide supervision and age-appropriate learning for groups of students as part of the extended day program as required.

Qualifications

Minimum two-year community college Early Childhood Education diploma (or in the final year of the program) Proof of current registration with the Ontario College of early Childhood Educators (or in process) Recent experience as an ECE working in an Early Learning Centre or Day Care would be considered an asset Flexibility, patience, empathy and the ability to work closely with students with diverse needs, classroom teacher, and Administration Candidates must be capable of performing the essential physical duties of the position, such as lifting, positioning and transferring children and equipment Access to a reliable method of transportation and ability to attend specific schools Availability to accept assignments on a casual basis during the day and with short notice

Note -

a Criminal Reference Check is part of the requirement process.

Why Join AMDSB?

We believe our students are at the core of what we do; we are committed to creating inclusive, inspiring and innovative learning environments; Great work culture with staff who embrace and seek meaningful careers; Work with a diverse and dynamic team that fosters a culture of belonging and collaboration; Competitive compensation package, which is outlined above.

Join our team! Apply today.

Interested applicants are requested to apply through Apply to Education.


If you require assistance with your application, please call customer service at 1-877-900-5627.


Please note that your application has not been successfully submitted until it appears in your Job Application Log.


We thank all applicants for their interest in opportunities with the Avon Maitland District School Board. Contact will be made with applicants whose experience and qualifications most closely match the requirements of the position.


Communication with short-listed applicants will be made through the contact information (email address and/or phone number) provided on the applicant's profile page.

The AMDSB is committed to equity in employment and equitable hiring practices that allow us to engage qualified staff who reflect diversity. We will make any

reasonable accommodation, based on any of the human rights protected grounds, to support candidates to participate in the hiring process, upon request.

Dr. Graham Shantz, Director of Education



Posted On
August 28, 2025 09:11 PM EST/EDT
Closing Date & Time
Ongoing
Job Type
Occasional
Job Category
ECE, EA and Support Staff
Job Open To
Teachers, Principals & Superintendents, Management & Professionals
City
Seaforth
School/Location
Multiple locations
Salary
$25.03
Employment Start Date
Start Immediately
Mandatory Document
Resume * Cover Letter