Registered Early Childhood Educator

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  • CompanyOneida Nation of the Thames
  • Job TypeChild Care
  • Required ExperiencePrevious experience in a childcare centre is considered an asset. Previous experience working with First Nation children and/or families is considered an asset.
  • Job TypeFull Time
  • ResumeRequired
  • Cover LetterRequired
  • Application Deadline07/03/2025

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Job Description

Position: Registered Early Childhood Educator (2 positions)
Term: One-year contract with potential to transition to permanent full-time
Department: Childcare Centre
Division: Life Long Learning
Salary: Competitive salary range
Hours: 40 hours per week, Monday to Friday, flexible to work three (3) rotating shifts between 7:30a.m. to 5:30p.m.

The Registered Early Childhood Educator (RECE) will play a key role in creating a safe, nurturing, and stimulating environment for children within the Childcare Centre. The RECE will be responsible for planning and implementing age-appropriate programs and activities that foster learning and development, supporting the emotional, physical, and cognitive growth of each child.

Responsibilities include ensuring the cleanliness and safety of the classroom, toys, and learning materials, as well as assisting with mealtimes, rest periods, and transitions between activities. The RECE will manage behaviours, promote inclusive practices, and foster a positive and respectful atmosphere. Additionally, they are responsible for maintaining detailed and accurate documentation related to the children’s progress, incidents, and attendance, as well as collaborating with families to support each child’s development.

The RECE will ensure that children are supervised at all times and are actively engaged in learning experiences.

The Oneida Childcare Centre is dedicated to providing training opportunities and educational advancements.

Experience and Qualifications

EDUCATION:

  • Early Childhood Education Diploma from a recognized post-secondary institute and enrollment with the College of ECE; or
  • Registration in an Early Childhood Education Diploma program with an expected completion date within 2 years.
  • Valid First Aid/CPR certification.

EXPERIENCE:

  • Previous experience in a childcare centre is considered an asset.
  • Previous experience working with First Nation children and/or families is considered an asset.

How to Apply

MANDATORY DOCUMENTATION WITH APPLICATION:

  • A cover letter addressing the qualifications listed above must be included with your application.
  • Resume.

REQUIREMENTS PRIOR TO STARTING EMPLOYMENT:

  • The successful candidate must submit a recent Vulnerable Sector Check (completed within a 30-day timeframe), at their own expense.
  • The successful candidate must submit a negative TB skin test and a copy of their complete immunization records.
  • The successful candidate must submit a copy of applicable educational qualifications (certificates, diplomas, degrees, etc.).

Submit all mandatory documentation to [email protected].  Late applications will not be accepted.

All applications will be screened according to the above qualifications, including a full and complete application as requested. Only those selected for interviews will be contacted. A registered member of a First Nation as per Section 16(1) of the Human Rights Act, is preferred. Oneida Nation is committed to workplace diversity and provides accommodations to applicants with disabilities throughout our hiring process. If you require accommodations, please contact Human Resources. To request a full job profile, contact the Human Resources Department at 519-652-3244 ext. 827 or by email [email protected].