Job Description

Join Our Team at Small World Learning Centre - Bridgewater, NS

Position:

Full-Time Early Childhood Educators (ECE)

Level:

Level 1, 2, or 3 (Untrained candidates welcome with commitment to training)

Start Date:

January 2026

We are

expanding

! Small World Learning Centre is opening a

new location next door

to our current site at 352 York Street, Bridgewater.

We are a non-profit organization that has been in the community since 1978.

We provide programs for children aged

18 months to 12 years

Reggio-inspired curriculum with a

strong focus on forest and nature play

Beautiful classrooms and

large natural outdoor spaces

with: -Forest and nature pods -Backyard with firepit -Gardens, fruit and nut trees, greenhouse

Enhanced programming

with Earth Education, Art, or Music

Individual iPads

for documentation using StoryPark

Weekly planning time

Monthly PD sessions

and professional team support

Compensation & Benefits

Paid sick days

, flex days, statutory and non-statutory holidays

Nova Scotia ECE wage scale, Health Association Nova Scotia health, dental, LTD, life insurance (co-pay), Pension plan (Co-pay)

Closure aligned with

South Shore Regional Centre for Education's storm days

Work alongside a

diverse, skilled, and supportive team

Training Opportunity

We welcome applicants who are untrained but committed to becoming an ECE Level 2 within 2-3 years.
Explore the

Work & Learn Program with NSCC

(designated counties only):
https://www.ednet.ns.ca/ece/work-and-learn-ece-diploma-program-designated-counties

Main Duties:

The Early Childhood Educator should be able to:

Coordinate and facilitate groups, with the ability to plan, develop, implement, monitor, promote and evaluate centre-based programs Establish and maintain positive relationships with staff, families, community and partners Works well both independently and with minimal supervision Demonstrate excellent interpersonal and communication skills (written and oral) Apply strong organizational and administrative skills. Manage time and prioritize tasks. Demonstrate an interest and willingness to pursue professional development opportunities Enjoy and work well with children Attend monthly Staff meetings Record and complete all monthly documentation Complete individual portfolio pages on each child in the classroom

Required Qualifications:

Provide mandatory Criminal Record Check, Vulnerable Sector Check and Child Abuse Registry Check Early Childhood Education Certification Level 1, 2, 3 preferred Current First Aid, Infant CPR and WHMIS Computer knowledge and experience Experience with children Own transportation, must have living arrangements in the Bridgewater area
If you have any questions or would like to apply, please forward your resume and cover letter to Rhonda Smith, Assistant Director at or call at 902-543-7343.

Job Type: Full-time

Pay: $16.50-$30.24 per hour

Benefits:

Dental care Extended health care RRSP match Vision care
Ability to commute/relocate:

Bridgewater, NS: reliably commute or plan to relocate before starting work (required)
Education:

Secondary School (preferred)
Experience:

Early Childhood Education: 1 year (required)
Language:

English (required)
Licence/Certification:

Nova Scotia ECE Classification (required)
Work Location: In person

Application deadline: 2023-10-03
Expected start date: 2026-01-05