Job Description

Early Childhood Educator - Halifax Early Childhood School (HECS) (est. 1959)

Position:

toddler and preschooler (18 months - 5 years) Early Years Educator

Location

: Halifax Early Childhood School, 5498 Inglis Street, South End Halifax, B3H 1J8

Type of Employment:

Permanent, Full-time starting end of August 2025.

Please note: HECS runs a 10 month program starting September 2025 - June 2026 inclusive. We offer both half-day and full-day programs.

Salary: In accordance with published ECE Wage Scale, dependant on level and years of experience.

BENEFITS:

Be part of a small, friendly and inspiring pre-school in the center of Halifax, Nova Scotia! Grounds include large fenced and leafy yard for year-round outdoor play Paid benefits and pension Paid sick leave up to 10 days Maternity leave top-up (policy available to view) Scheduled staff meetings - paid Professional development supported Experienced staff on site, and always available Free off-road parking HECS is located on major Halifax Transit bus routes HECS is a part of the Canada-Wide Early Learning and Childcare Agreement and supports inclusive and affordable childcare

REQUIREMENTS:

ECE Level 1, 2 or 3 (or if untrained, ECE Orientation completed within 6 months of starting post and plans to continue to ECE Levels*)
Up-to-date Criminal Record, Vulnerable Sector and Child Abuse Register check Valid CPR and First Aid Level 3 minimum (this will be funded if not valid) Food Handlers Course (desired, also funded)

QUALIFICATIONS:

Ability to work collaboratively with administrators and other ECE's, as well as parent-run Board of Directors, and families and partners in our HECS Community Ability to also work independently, and as part of a team, to plan an enriching, safe and healthy early childhood education program for children aged 18 months - 5 years Willingness and ability to help with meal planning and preparation (if required) Maintain an environment that protects the safety, well-being and security of children at our center at all times Willingness and enthusiasm to continue professional development within Early Childhood Education
Join our team at Halifax's oldest established childcare center - we look forward to receiving your CV/resume!

Apply here: c/o: Sara Lordly, Coordinating Director

hecspreschoolgmail.com

Only those eligible to work in Canada will be considered for this position.

*We wish to thank all applicants for their interest and effort in applying for this position. However, only candidates selected for interviews will be contacted.

The Halifax Early Childhood School is located in Mi'kma'ki, the ancestral and unceded territory of the Mi'kmaq People. We acknowledge them as the past, present, and emerging caretakers of this land.

Job Type: Full-time

Pay: $24.06-$30.24 per hour

Benefits:

Casual dress Commuter benefits Dental care Flexible schedule Life insurance On-site parking Tuition reimbursement Vision care
Schedule:

8 hour shift Day shift No weekends
Licence/Certification:

First Aid Certification (preferred) Child Abuse Registry and Vulnerable Sector Check (required) Criminal Record Check (required) ECE Certificate Level 1-3 (required)
Work Location: In person

Expected start date: 2025-08-29