Job Description

Tender Years Co-operative School

-- Mississauga, ON

Tender Years Co-operative School has proudly served the Mississauga community for over 40 years. As a not-for-profit, CWELCC-participating child care centre, we are committed to creating a safe, inclusive, and nurturing environment where children can learn, grow, and thrive. We are expanding our team and are seeking passionate, caring, and enthusiastic

Registered Early Childhood Educators (RECE)

and

Early Childhood Assistants (ECA)

to join our centre!

How to Apply

Please

apply only through Indeed

. We do

not accept applications via phone or email

. Only shortlisted candidates will be contacted for an interview.

Responsibilities

Provide quality compassionate care and support to children and their families Build positive relationships with children and seek opportunities to deepen connections with parents and families keeping them up to date on their child's progress Be a creative play partner who is actively engaged with the children and makes learning fun Independently ensure the safety and supervision of children at all times, while working alone and/or with other Child Care Educators Understand and comply with provincial (CCEYA), municipal, and TYCS policies and procedures Observe and expand on children's learning opportunities and complete required documentation of children's development and interactions Listen to and respond to children's needs which includes diapering and assisting children with toileting Clean and sanitize child care spaces, toys and equipment Prepare and serve food following TYCS health and safety protocols and procedures Understands the legal responsibilities and moral imperative to report suspected child abuse to child protection services Attend required curriculum training and professional development opportunities. Maintain qualifications and certifications as required by the TYCS and provincial standards Perform other duties as assigned

Qualifications

Registered Early Childhood Educator Qualifications:

Early Childhood Educator Diploma Must be registered and a member in good standing in the College of Early Childhood Educators (CECE)

General Qualifications

:

Minimum of 3-5 year's RECE experience working with young children Well-developed interpersonal, and relationship building skills; ability to establish rapport and excellent communication with members, staff and volunteers Excellent written communication skills Ability to lift , bend, stoop, push, carrying and pulling Must be able to work outdoors for at least 2 hours daily year-round; may be exposed to heat, humidity or cold Flexibility regarding assigned working hours Commitment to working in a socially inclusive environment responding with sensitivity and personal awareness to the diverse needs of members including visible and non-visible dimensions of diversity A capacity to work within a team

Successful candidates will be required to provide the following prior to first day of work:

Current Standard First Aid and CPR Level C certification Successful completion of Vulnerable Sector Check within 6 months of hire date Up-to-date immunizations and TB test Registration with college of ECE

Wages & Benefits

As per signed contract

Hours of Work

As per signed contract
Job Types: Full-time, Fixed term contract
Contract length: 12 months

Pay: From $24.86 per hour

Expected hours: 35 - 40 per week

Benefits:

Casual dress Company events Dental care Extended health care On-site parking Paid time off Vision care
Application question(s):

Are you a registered ECE in Ontario?
Experience:

RECE expereince .: 3 years (preferred)
Work Location: In person