Job Description

Status:

On call; supply (Contract)

Location:

449 Hill St, London, ON

Hours:

Up to 38.75 hours/week

Hourly Wage:

$24.86 - $27.00 per hour

Pension:

HOOPP (defined benefit plan) - optional

Posting Date:

April 17, 2025

Deadline:

Open until filled



Southwest Ontario Aboriginal Health Access Centre (SOAHAC) is a diverse, multiservice Indigenous health and wellness agency who proudly operates Nshwaasnangong Child Care and Family Centre.

Nshwaasnangong is a place for Indigenous young children and families to honour, rekindle, and express their identities as Indigenous Peoples; where kindness and compassion helps everyone to have a sense of belonging; where we nurture our well-being, while living in sync with community and all creation; where we engage deeply with questions and possibilities.

The Child Care at Nshwaasnangong offers licensed child care for up to 88 children ages 0-6 years of age old. The adjoining Family Centre is a place to connect with opportunities offered for young children, families and youth, including ceremonies, land-based learning, knowledge exchange and community supports.

Position Summary

Nshwaasnangong's team of RECEs collaborate together to provide a culturally rich, inclusive early learning environment and report directly to the Child Care Supervisor. The Supply RECE fills in for team members who are unable to report to work.

Our Registered Early Childhood Educators are kind and forward-thinking individuals who provide a culturally rich child care curriculum. This position reports directly to the Child Care Supervisor and collaborates with a team of RECEs and Educational Assistants.

Responsibilities

Brings Nshwaasnangong's Program Statement to life by reimagining early childhood education and emergent curriculum within an urban Indigenous context Collaborates with the early learning team to implement a culturally relevant curriculum within the classroom (Infant, Toddler, Preschool) Collaborates with the entire team; RECEs and Educational Assistants to share ideas, assist in curriculum implementation and support a positive atmosphere of teamwork Develops and maintains respectful and culturally safe relationships with families, community partners, helpers, Elders and Language keepers Maintains a healthy and safe environment Keeps up-to-date on relevant information as it concerns early childhood education

Requirements

Post-secondary diploma or degree in Early Childhood Education or equivalent Registered member of the College of Early Childhood Educators Preferably a minimum of 2 years' experience working in an Early Childhood setting Knowledge of the Indigenous histories, cultures, creation stories, and language of the Indigenous population in the London area a strong asset A demonstrated commitment to inclusivity and promoting the physical, cognitive, emotional and social development of children A demonstrated commitment to language revitalization and reclaiming cultural identities Experience as an Indigenous language learner an asset Knowledge and experience with licensing under the Child Care Early Years Act Knowledge of Indigenous pedagogical approaches that support How Does Learning Happen, Ontario's Pedagogy for the Early Years Demonstrated knowledge of Microsoft programs (Word, Excel, PowerPoint) Able to meet the legislative requirements for working in a licensed child care setting Obtain and maintain a clean and current vulnerable sector police check as a condition of employment Valid government issued driver's license or access to reliable transportation Up-to-date immunization and records Willingness to participate in Indigenous Cultural Safety Training, teachings, and ceremonies

This job may require additional responsibilities and duties as assigned by Southwest Ontario Aboriginal Health Access Centre.

Please note that this is a casual, on-call position. This position may be required to work 0-35 hours per week, based on need.

SOAHAC values diversity and is an equal opportunity employer; however, hiring preference will be given to qualified Indigenous applicants. SOAHAC is committed to providing employment accommodation in accordance with the Ontario Human Rights Code and the Accessibility for Ontarians with Disabilities Act. If you require accommodation to apply or if selected to participate in an assessment process, please advise Human Resources.



Please visit Nshwaasnangong Child Care and Family Centre at www.nshwaasnangong.ca or follow us on Facebook to learn more about us!

We thank all those for applying but only those selected for an interview will be contacted