Educators and Early Childhood Educators - Ottawa, Canada - Canadian Mothercraft of Ottawa Carleton

Description

Do you want to be part of a dynamic team that makes a difference in the lives of children and families in Ottawa?

If you want to start your journey and join a supportive and dynamic team that helps families grow and thrive, then we want to hear from you


EARLY CHILDHOOD EDUCATORS

EDUCATORS
These are a great opportunities to work with a supportive team who is dedicated to helping you build a new role with Mothercraft Ottawa

The Early Childhood Educator, under the direction of the Program Manager and in conjunction with the Lead Educator, implements our Child Care Program in accordance with the Program Statement in their program classroom(s).

The Early Childhood Educator models our program to other Early Childhood Educators, Educators and other classroom staff, post-secondary students and volunteers and acts as a resource to parents.

They also provide support and guidance when dealing with behaviour issues.

The Educator, under the direction of the Program Manager and in conjunction with the Lead Educator, implements our Child Care Program in accordance with the Program Statement in their program classroom(s).

Both positions promote the cognitive, social, physical and emotional well-being and development of the children under the guidelines of _How Does Learning Happen? Ontario's Pedagogy for the Early Years_ and Mothercraft Ottawa's mission and strategic plan and the Child Care and Early Years Act (CCEYA).

In addition to teaching, the Early Childhood Educator and Educators are responsible in assisting in providing diverse basic care needs including supplying proper nutrition and performing cleaning duties.

We are currently recruiting for both the Registered Early Childhood Educator and Educator roles for our Elmdale location in Ottawa (49 Iona Street)




OUR PROGRAMS:
HELPING FAMILIES GROW AND THRIVE

Mothercraft Ottawa is a non-profit multifaceted family support agency offering a wide array of programs for families from pregnancy to school age.

Mothercraft has been supporting and meeting the needs of families and care providers in our community since 1944.

We offer early learning programs and services that support early childhood development; and full-time, part
- time and casual, licensed child care programs for children aged 6 weeks to 12 years. Mothercraft Ottawa's child care programs are provided in a centre, in a school or in a caregiver's home and are available throughout the year.

We offer a comprehensive range of support services for parents, including prenatal classes, birth companion support, drop-in play groups and parenting workshops.

As an EarlyON Child and Family Centre we offer programs and workshops that support parents and caregivers in all aspects of early child development.

Note all our programs are offered in both English and French.


OUR VALUES
Through our work with families, staff, partners and the community, Mothercraft is dedicated to:

• Creativity: Exploring possibilities
• Nurturing: Supporting each other with compassion
• Inclusivity: Welcoming and encouraging diversity
• Integrity: Acting with honesty and reliability
• Collaborative Relationships: Built on respect and communication.

QUALIFICATIONS

• RECE, Child and Youth Care, Recreation and leisure (diploma or degree), Bachelor of Education, preferred but not required
• Experience working with Kindergarten and school aged children an asset;
• A strong understanding of child development and program planning;
• A creative educator who understands, embraces, and applies the foundations of 'How Does Learning Happen";
• An RECE who's practice is guided by ELECT's 6 guiding principles;
• A reflective and forward thinking educator;
• A strong and positive communicator (verbal, nonverbal, and written);
• A contributor and a team player.
• Valid first aid and CPR level C certification;
• Satisfactory vulnerable sector check

COMPETENCIES

• Knowledge of child development
• Strong organizational, interpersonal and communication skills
• Problem solver and proactive thinker
• Effective timemanager and multitasker
• Ability to work both independently and in a team environment
• Experience with special needs children will be considered an asset

SALARY AND BENEFITS:

We will be hiring for multiple positions that qualify for our competitive vacation leave, group health benefits and health care spending account as per Mothercraft policies.

• 5.5 hour split shift: 7:159:15 am and 2:306:00 pm Monday to Friday, and 7.5 hours per day on all school PD days, winter break, March Break, and summer.
• 3.5 hour afternoon shift: 2:306:00 pm Monday to Friday, and 7.5 hours per day on all school PD days, winter break, March Break and summer.

Hourly rate is $22.31 with increases as per our compensation policy.

Mothercraft Ottawa reserves the right to modify the terms of its benefit packages, from time to time, in its sole discretion.

HOW TO APPLY
**Please note that while we appreciate