Early Childhood Educator; Diploma in Ece, Dsw, Cyw - Orleans, Canada - Beacons Crèche and Preschool

Description

Job Title / Type:
Early Childhood Educator (E.C.E.) /Full-time; Part-time; Casual
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College diploma from one of the following programs: Early Childhood Educator, Recreation and Leisure Services,Child and Youth Worker, Developmental Services Worker.

Reports to:
Program Director


Shift and Schedule:8-hour shift; No weekends; Monday to Friday.


Salary:
CA $ $23.53 per hour


Work Location:

In-person at 4275 Innes Road, Orleans, Ottawa.


Expected Start Date:
Late April 2024


Job Posting Application Deadline:
March 18th 2024


What's in it for you:

• As an employee, you can enjoy a comprehensive benefits package that includes dental and vision care, health care plan, disability benefits, and life insurance and applicable WEG.
• Our growing business fosters a positive work environment that promotes mutual respect, acknowledgement, validation, responsiveness, communication, inclusiveness, equity respect for diversity, and teamwork.
• You will also have opportunities for professional development, reimbursement, and consideration for promotion opportunities.
• In addition, we offer discounted or free snacks and beverages, a competitive salary, and paid time off.
• The facility is conveniently located near public transportation routes, and onsite parking is also available.

About Us:

Beacons' Creche and Preschool, located in Orleans, Ottawa, firmly believes that every child is competent, capable, curious, and full of potential, regardless of their abilities.

We are committed to creating an inclusive environment that recognizes and values individual differences and ability levels. Our play spaces promote independence, interpersonal skills, self-regulation, self-confidence, acceptance, empathy, and communication for all children.

Inclusion allows children to interact with peers during playtime and daily routines, fostering the development of self-help skills, self-regulation, self-control, and the understanding that others come from different backgrounds and perspectives.

Diversity, equity, and inclusiveness are essential values, and we welcome and respect individuals from all ethnic backgrounds.

At Beacons' Creche and Preschool, we recognize that belonging, well-being, engagement, and expression are the foundation for learning and development.

These principles are guided by the principles of ELECT and HDLH.

As a compassionate early childhood educator, you must be dedicated to continuous learning, modelling good behaviors, showing empathy, and empowering others.

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Unlock the potential of inquiring and wondrous minds and bodies by joining our team and working towards their daily growth_


Responsibilities:

As an Early Childhood Educator (E.C.E.), your main responsibility will be to promote the emotional, physical, and behavioral well-being of children while aiding in the development of their social, emotional, cognitive, and physical skills.

You will be responsible for creating a safe and engaging environment for children, designing intentional play spaces, maintaining attendance records, conducting health and safety checks, and working with professionals such as Speech Therapists, Occupational Therapists, and Early Interventionists when required.

Your role will also involve conducting various activities such as storytelling, singing, taking children to local points of interest, engaging them in arts and crafts, and encouraging creativity through art, dramatic play, music, and physical activities.

You will also assist the children in developing proper eating, dressing, and toilet habits, and supporting them through transitions in and out of the classrooms.

You will also be responsible for assessing the abilities, interests, and needs of children, and discussing the progress with parents, supervisors, and other staff members.

Establishing collaborative relationships with co-workers, management, and families, attending staff meetings and professional development opportunities, and implementing a program that supports the development of children in line with BCP's curriculum.

In addition, you will maintain Centre tools, toys and equipment, and guide and assist children in their development, such as walking, talking, proper eating, dressing, and toilet habits.

You will also support housekeeping duties such as cooking, cleaning, preparing snacks, serving lunch, changing diapers, and toilet training. You will be responsible for writing and communicating observations and assessments on the child.

Your role will also involve observing children for signs of potential learning or behavioral problems, writing reports for parents/guardians/supervisors, and discussing the progress and problems of children at staff meetings.

You will establish guidelines for behavior, assess the abilities, interests, and needs of children, and plan and maintain an environment that protects their health, security, and well-being.

Furthermore, you will organize activities for school-age chi