Job Description

Position Summary

: The

Before and After School Program Educator,

oversees child care programming for

before school hours (approx. 6:45am - 9:00am), and for after school hours (approx. 2:45pm - 6:00pm), with consistent weekly hours Monday - Friday.

The successful candidate will provide care for children (3.8 years to 12 years of age) in a group setting under the direction of Good Beginnings. They will follow the Program Statement, Confidentiality Agreement, policies established by the Board of Directors, and regulations under the Child Care and Early Years Act.

Required Shift Schedules

:

September to June: approx. 6:45-9:00am AND approx. 2:45-6:00pm, split shift hours for the school year, this averages

25-hours per week for the split shift schedule

. Non-instructional Days (PA Days, Winter Break, March Break, and Summer Care), the hours will average 25-35 hours per week. This is a permanent position with consistent hours throughout the year, including summer hours.

Location

: Woodstock and Ingersoll

Start Date

: October, 2025

Compensation/Wage

:

RECE

(Registered Early Childhood Educator): Starting Wage: $24.95/hr and $26.95/hr after probation (Includes Provincial Wage Enhancement and CWELCC Workforce Funding*)

Non-RECE

: Starting Wage: $21.95/hr and $23.95/hr after probation (Includes Provincial Wage Enhancement Grant*)

Benefits

:

Comprehensive benefit package including health, dental, vision care and more Wellness and counselling services through Employee & Family Assistance Program Accumulate Vacation entitlements in accordance with the Employment Standards Act, 2000 regulations Accumulate up to 8 paid Personal Emergency Days annually Child Care Discount programs (dependent upon age of child)

Requirements

:

We are seeking to fill Before and After School Age positions with reliable, friendly, and engaged individuals. Prior to starting the position, the successful candidates will be required to comply with all applicable licensing requirements:

Diploma in Early Childhood Education, Child & Youth Worker, Recreation and Leisure, Educational Support Worker, Elementary Education-Primary division, Educational Assistant, Social Service Worker or Developmental Service Worker A member in good standing with the Ontario College of Early Childhood Educators (if applicable) Standard First Aid, including Infant and Child CPR Certificate (Level C) Current Police Record Check, including a Vulnerable Sector Check, acceptable to Good Beginnings Up-to-date Immunization Records required by the Ministry of Education and Southwestern Public Health Safe Food Handling Certificate Previous experience working within a child care or school age environment is required, with preference on experience working in a licensed child care environment

Ability to work at various before/after school locations throughout Woodstock and Ingersoll

Plan and implement activities based on the children's needs and interests Excellent communication skills - written, oral, listening and non-verbal Works as a co-operative and respectful member of the team Adhere to all licensing requirements as set out by the Child Care and Early Years Act (CCEYA) Adhere to all policies and procedures as established by the Board of Directors of Good Beginnings Ability to work split shifts September to June, 6:45-9:00am & 2:45-6:00pm, and availability for non-instructional hours Must have reliable and flexible transportation to arrive on time for scheduled shifts, including those that may begin before public transit is available Familiarity with the following curriculum/resources would also be an asset: (1) How Does Learning Happen? Ontario's Pedagogy for the Early Years and (2) Child Care and Early Years Act

To Apply:

Instead of writing a traditional cover letter, we are requesting that candidates submit an answer to one of the following questions below as part of their application:

1. Write an introduction message to your future classroom, introducing yourself to the children and their families. 2. Describe "a day in your before and after-school program" -- what does a typical day look like with you as the Educator?
Please send your answer to one of the questions and resume to:

careers@goodbeginningsday.com

Although we thank all applicants for their interest, only those selected for an interview will be contacted. Good Beginnings is an equal opportunity employer.

We celebrate diversity, and are committed to creating an inclusive environment for all employees. We are dedicated to providing an inclusive and barrier-free recruitment and selection process. If contacted for an employment opportunity, please advise Human Resources if you require accommodation.

Job Type: Permanent

Pay: $21.95-$26.95 per hour

Work Location: In person