Job Description

About Us

Little Learners Childcare is a Reggio Emilia-inspired centre that educates and enriches the minds and lives of our young learners. We embrace the Reggio Emilia philosophy, whose guiding principles encourage self-expression and critical thinking to teach our kids the value of being self-motivated explorers and life-long learners.

Registered Early Childhood Educators work closely with all employees in the organization to plan and develop age-appropriate programs. These programs aim to enhance the cognitive, physical, social, and emotional development according to the organization's program statement and philosophy. Using The Child Care Early Years Act, Early Learning for Every Child Today (ELECT), and How Does Learning Happen? and Public Health Guidelines, the Registered Early Childhood Educator is expected to adhere to all the above-mentioned standards.

Little Learners Childcare is looking for energetic, friendly and reliable people to join our team. If you have experience with young children and enjoy working in a team environment, we would love to hear from you.

The ideal candidate will have a passion for early childhood education, excellent communication skills, and the ability to create a nurturing and stimulating environment for our students.

Please apply on Indeed only and do not contact the centre directly for job vacancies.

Along with other staff, and under the supervision of the Supervisor, plans and implements developmentally appropriate curriculum which includes activities, and experiences for children between the ages of 3 months to 6 years of age, focusing on the age range of children in the room you are positioned in. Provides a physically safe and emotionally supportive environment, showing sensitivity to the individual needs of children in all aspects of development Observes children for daily overall health and ongoing observations for signs of potential learning or behavioural concerns and prepares written documentation for the Executive Director/Supervisor, parents, and/or outside agencies Engages each child individually each day, and makes every effort to greet every parent/guardian/caregiver Demonstrates knowledge of the Emergent Curriculum through How Learning Happens and the Early Learning for Every Child Today (ELECT) documents and can use these tools to set up the classroom, materials, and interactions so that they meet or exceed in all categories Assess the abilities, interests, and needs of children and discuss progress or concerns with other staff members and parents/guardians Promotes positive interactions while supervising the classroom, playground, individual and group activities Engages and works collaboratively as a team member in a classroom environment and maintains regular and open communication with peers and all other co-workers Able to implement the four foundations of "How Does Learning Happen" through observations, reflections, documentations, and curriculum planning Engages each child individually each day, and makes every effort to greet every parent, guardian and caregiver Performs administrative functions as required Maintains positive relationships with colleagues, children and families

Responsibilities

Provide a safe and nurturing environment for children in your care Plan and implement age-appropriate activities and educational programs to meet the emotional, physical, intellectual, and social needs of children. Supervise children during playtime, meals, and rest periods Maintain open and effective communication with parents or guardians Ensure the health, safety, and well-being of all children at all times Keep records of children's progress, routines, and any incidents that occur Create a safe and supportive learning environment for all students. Communicate effectively with parents, colleagues, and outside agencies. Utilize technology for educational purposes Demonstrate leadership skills in guiding assistant teachers and classroom aides Stay current on best practices in early childhood education and implement them in daily teaching

Skills

Strong communication skills to interact effectively with children, parents, and colleagues. In-depth knowledge of early childhood education principles and practices. Experience working with young children in a classroom setting. Ability to educate and inspire young minds while fostering a love for learning. Familiarity with childcare regulations and safety protocols. Proficiency in computer operation for educational purposes. Leadership qualities to effectively manage a classroom environment.
If you are passionate about shaping the future generation through quality education and possess the skills mentioned above, we encourage you to apply for this rewarding opportunity as an Early Childhood Educator.

Job Type: Full-time

Pay: $20.00-$24.86 per hour

Benefits:

Dental care Extended health care On-site parking Vision care
Education:

DCS / DEC (preferred)
Experience:

Daycare: 2 years (required)
Licence/Certification:

CPR and First Aid (required) RECE # (required) Police Check (required)
Work Location: In person