Job Description

Job Summary

If you interested in working in an inclusive, positive, child-led program please consider joining our amazing team of educators at the Lower Sackville Nursery School. We are a non-profit toddler and preschool program serving Lower Sackville families for over 50 years!

We are now hiring substitute teachers for casual on call shifts. Our ideal candidates are level 1, 2 or 3 certified ECEs with a genuine passion for the Early Childhood profession.

Main Duties & Responsibilites:

Work collaboratively with educators and administration to plan and deliver programming that is emergent, holistic, play-based, child-led, and developmentally-appropriate. Provide care to children as appropriate to the guidelines and structure of the program. Maintain an awareness of each child regarding behaviour, development, and additional needs; meet with the Director, Assistant Director, and/or families to relay any questions or concerns. Maintain acceptable levels of hygiene, quality, and cleanliness within classrooms, washrooms, and the outdoor play space at all times. Keep the Director informed of attendance, program concerns, family concerns, issues regarding children, progress of programs, and needs for the centre (materials, etc.) Foster a warm, friendly, and stimulating environment that promotes self-esteem, socialization, and growth. Attend staff meetings and meetings with families and/or specialists, as required. Assist with coordinating field trips, guest visits, and special parties/occasions for the centre. Research new activities that can be implemented centre-wide. Comply with all guidelines with respect to Health and Fire Regulations, Safety Orders, Licensing requirements, and COVID Protocol. Attend Professional Development sessions. Other duties, as assigned.
Successsful candidates must have the following:

Nova Scotia Child Abuse Registry Check Nova Scotia Criminal Record Check with Vulnerable Sector CPR Level "C"
Job Type: Casual

Pay: $18.00-$33.43 per hour

Expected hours: 8 - 40 per week

Benefits:

Casual dress Discounted or free food Flexible schedule On-site parking
Work Location: In person

Application deadline: 2025-10-10