Job Description

Position Summary

: Under the direct supervision of the RECE Supervisor, the Registered Early Childhood Educator is responsible for planning, implementing and the delivery of child care services to Indigenous children (18 months to 72 months) attending Shkoday.

Major Responsibilities

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Supports learning & development by ensuring the delivery of high-quality experiences that encourage children's exploration, play and inquiry. Provides children with a safe and supportive environment that is culturally relevant and culturally appropriate. Creates an environment that is responsive to parents and caregiver's questions or concerns about child development, and share information about parenting, nutrition, play and inquiry-based learning. Builds self-esteem and creates empowerment to children and their families.

Qualifications:

Must be a Registered Early Childhood Educator in Ontario. Knowledge of Anishinaabe Culture and traditions and experience working with Indigenous persons. Ability to speak Ojibwe/Cree, considered an asset. Ability to thrive in a fast-paced, exciting working environment.

Conditions of Employment:

Must be registered, in good standing, with the College of Early Childhood Educators. Must have a successful Vulnerable Sector Check and valid First Aid/CPR Level "C". Must be a Thunder Bay resident or within reasonable commuting distance. Required to have successfully undergone a tuberculosis skin test and provide Immunization Record. Must pass medical exam.

Shkoday is committed to providing our current and future employees with a workplace that is safe, healthy and fair. Applications requiring accommodations during the interview process should contact Human Resources by phone 807-768-2342 to make arrangements.

Job posting will be advertised until filled.

Shkoday is committed to diversity in the workplace and encourages applications from all qualified candidates. Shkoday encourages Indigenous people to apply.

Job Types: Full-time, Fixed term contract

Pay: From $26.00 per hour

Benefits:

Extended health care
Work Location: In person