Job Description

Early Childhood Educator (or equivalent) -

Kimbercote location

Schedule

| Monday - Friday, 8:30-4:30 (Flexible hours available 30-40hrs/week)

Hourly Rate

| $24-$28/hr

Benefits

| Opportunities for yearly contract extension and health benefits

We have a fantastic opportunity available to join our team! Our workplace is positive, passionate, and collaborative. Our staff support each other and care deeply about the well being of children and about their connection to nature in the early years. We are an inclusive employer and we offer flexible work and benefits.

Hundred Acre Wood Forest School is looking for a Registered Early Childhood Educator to join our team. We are looking to add another Educator to our toddler program to continue to provide the essential service of childcare for our community. If you are an ECE (or teacher, or with equivalent professional experience) who is passionate about nature-based learning, and you love taking little ones outside ALL THE TIME, then read on!

We are a licensed non-profit preschool centre located in Heathcote Ontario, situated on 100 acres of meadow and forested land, with an indoor facility that reflects our outdoor learning philosophy.

With your teammates, you will deliver a program that is emergent and nature-based, and meets the requirements of the regulatory bodies overseeing Early Childhood Education in Ontario. You will implement best practices with regard to environmental practices such as limiting waste, encouraging nature connection, and using natural materials for crafts and activities.

Duties

Set up and maintain outdoor and indoor learning environments that invite play-based and nature-based learning Guide children through the rhythms/routines of each day Care for and connect with each child Oversee the health and well-being of all program participants Stay up to date with educational expectations of parents and programs Communicate professionally with parents and staff Perform a variety of tasks including but not limited to administrative, gardening, cleaning and cooking when possible

Expectations

Must be physically able to assist children as required - (eg. Lifting, getting up and down from the floor frequently) Must be prepared to dress appropriately for weather and conditions in order to be comfortable outside for long periods of time and at all times of the year ie. rain paints, bug jacket, etc. Must have a working knowledge of centre policies and procedures and adhere to them at all times The ability to provide outstanding customer service to children and parents An affinity for the natural world - either some education in this field or self-education and experience is an asset Must take pride and joy in working with toddlers Must be comfortable changing tasks on the fly Must be a strong communicator with professional work ethic

Requirements

Two-year Community College Early Childhood Education Diploma (or professional work equivalent) Registration with the Ontario College of Early Childhood Educators Experience working in the field of early childhood education Current Standard First Aid and CPR certification A clear Vulnerable Sector Screening done within the past 12 months
Our staff love coming to work! The location has a view that takes your breath away every day, and we get to be outside hearing the joys of children's laughter. Our team works together to keep our centre running smoothly and are often brainstorming ways that we can better serve our purpose, while staying in-line with our values. Staff at Hundred Acre Wood are creative, committed and take initiative. We love it when someone joins the team and dives right in - wiping muddy faces and floors!

If you would like to apply, please email Katie your resume and cover letter to

hr@haw.ca

(or click 'send us your resume') and include where you are located, and which location you're applying for - Kimbercote or Feversham.

@hundredacrewoodforestschool

Job Type: Full-time

Pay: $24.00-$28.00 per hour

Expected hours: 30 - 40 per week

Benefits:

Casual dress Dental care Discounted or free food Employee assistance program Extended health care On-site childcare On-site parking Paid time off
Flexible language requirement:

French not required
Schedule:

8 hour shift Day shift Monday to Friday
Ability to commute/relocate:

Heathcote, ON: reliably commute or plan to relocate before starting work (required)
Application question(s):

Do you have a two-year Community College Early Childhood Education Diploma (or professional work equivalent)? Do you have a valid registration with the Ontario College of Early Childhood Educators?
Work Location: In person

Expected start date: 2025-07-14