Job Description

High Birch Childcare & Learning Centre Inc. is a trusted childcare facility servicing the Markham area for 27 years. We offer school-age before and after school programs in 4 public schools in York Region District. Our programs also include P.A. Days, March Break, Winter Camp, and Summer Camp. We are a team of 22 skilled and enthusiastic educators who are committed to providing holistic and inclusive learning opportunities for our children.

We are currently seeking one Registered Early Childhood Educators (RECE) for After School program only (Monday to Friday) 3 - 6 p.m.

RECEs MUST have active membership with the College of Early Childhood Educators.

Qualified candidates must:
1) Be able to demonstrate passion and enthusiasm for working with children.
2) Demonstrate knowledge of How Does Learning Happen? Ontario's Pedagogy for the Early Years.
3) Demonstrate knowledge of Program Planning & the ELECT document.
4) Demonstrate knowledge concerning Developmentally Appropriate Practice.
5) Have a proven record of punctuality and attendance.
6) Be able to work well in a team and model mutual respect and effective interpersonal communication skills.
7) Be committed to collaborative reflective practice and on-going continuous professional development.
8) Be technology proficient - iPad, laptops, word processing, internet browsing.
9) Be able to maintain positive communication with parents and caregivers of the children.
10) Demonstrate knowledge and practical implications of a positive learning environment for children.
11) Be flexible and adaptable to changing environments.

If you think you would be an asset to our organization, please respond to this job ad with your cover letter and resume. Thank you!

Job Types: Part-time, Casual

Pay: From $26.00 per hour

Expected hours: 15 - 22 per week

Benefits:

On-site parking
Ability to commute/relocate:

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

Candidates must have a valid First Standard "C First Aid, Vulnerable Police check and 2 step T.B. Test.
Experience:

Early childhood education: 1 year (required)
Work Location: In person

Application deadline: 2024-08-23
Expected start date: 2024-09-03