Registered Early Childhood Educators (2 positions)

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  • CompanyMunsee-Delaware Nation
  • Job TypeChild Care
  • Required ExperienceExperience working with First Nations children and/or families, ASSET.
  • Job TypeFull Time, Permanent Employment
  • Education / CredentialsEarly Childhood Education Diploma from a recognized post-secondary institute and enrollment with the College of RECE or 2. Registration in an RECE diploma program with an expected completion date within 2 years
  • ResumeRequired
  • Cover LetterRequired
  • Application Deadline12/15/2024

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Job Description

EMPLOYMENT OPPORTUNITY

2- Registered Early Childhood Educators

 

TERM:      Permanent Full-Time, 40 hours per week, Monday to Friday, shifts between 7:30 am to 5:30 pm.

 

SALARY: TBD-Based on qualifications and experience

 

 

POSTING DATE:       September 17, 2024

 

CLOSING DATE:       OPEN UNTIL FILLED

 

JOB SUMMARY:

Under the immediate supervision of the Munsee-Delaware Nation Child Care Supervisor, the RECE is responsible for the safety, health and well-being of children in the center. General responsibilities include the preparation of weekly program plans that reflect the needs of the individual child, general upkeep of toys, equipment and the Child Care Centre premises. The ideal candidate will be willing to learn basic Lunaape language that could be implemented into daily routines and activities. Munsee-Delaware Nation Child Care provides training opportunities and educational advancements.

 

DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES:

  1. Planning and implementing program plans that provide age-appropriate play materials which continue to promote the safety, well-being and supports the interests of the children.
  2. Rotates equipment in all areas at least twice per month, or when the children lose interest in the equipment.
  3. Ensures equipment and furnishings are suitable to age and developmental levels to meet their physical, cognitive, language and social development.
  4. Responsible for promoting positive feelings and self-esteem in children.
  5. Providing parents of a progress report semi-annually as to how their children are progressing in the program.
  6. Incorporating basic Lenape Language into daily classroom routines.
  7. Using playroom and creative supplies sensibly and keeping creative shelves in a neat and orderly manner;
  8. Keeping playrooms, clean, neat, appealing and stimulating.
  9. Planning in conjunction with co-workers, a yearly curriculum.

Disclaimer – This list is meant to be representative, not exhaustive.

Experience and Qualifications

SKILLS AND KNOWLEDGE:

  1. Early Childhood Development and Planning for the health, safety and well-being of the children.
  2. Knowledge of completing injury reports and monthly reports for parents.
  3. Must be highly organized.
  4. Strong First Aid/CPR skills.
  5. Effective verbal and listening communications skills.

QUALIFICATIONS:

  1. Early Childhood Education Diploma from a recognized post-secondary institute and enrollment with the College of RECE; OR
  2. Registration in an RECE diploma program with an expected completion date within 2 years.
  3. Secondary School Diploma or General Equivalent Diploma REQUIRED.
  4. Experience working with First Nations children and/or families, ASSET.
  5. Previous employment experience as an ECE; ASSET

 

REQUIREMENTS:

  1. The successful candidate will provide a current VS-CPIC, at own expense, prior to starting employment.
  2. The successful candidate must provide a health assessment, an immunization record and a negative TB skin test.
  3. The successful candidate must provide a current First Aid/Infant CPR Certificate, before starting employment.
  4. The successful candidate will provide a photocopy of applicable educational qualifications (certificates, diplomas, degrees, etc.)

How to Apply

  1. Interested Applicants: Please mail, email or fax your resume, cover letter, copy of your qualifications, and three current work-related reference letters.  1 -character reference and other supporting documentation in a sealed envelope marked “Early Childhood Education Application” to:

 

Deborah Antone, Employment & Training/Human Resources Coordinator

Munsee-Delaware Nation

289 Jubilee Road

Muncey, Ontario

N0L 1Y0

 

Email:  [email protected]

Fax: 519-289-5186

While we appreciate all the interest, only those candidates selected for an interview will be contacted.