Early Childhood Educator III - Grace Remus (Temporary Full-Time)

City of Thunder Bay • Thunder Bay, ON

2d • Onsite

About The Position

Under the general supervision of the Program Supervisor Child Care Centre, carries out activity programs for children in the Child Care Centre. This is a temporary full-time position.

Requirements

• Diploma in early childhood education or early childhood education equivalency
• Certification as an early childhood educator
• Three years’ experience in a child care setting
• Knowledge of the Ontario Child Care and Early Years Act
• A demonstrated ability to meet and work with people
• Ability to communicate effectively and concisely, both orally and in writing
• Must be at a basic skill level in word processing and spreadsheet software
• Must undergo a successful Police Vulnerable Sector Check (PVSC)
• Must have and maintain First Aid Certification
• Must have and maintain Safe Food Handling Certification (Level 1)
• Must have and maintain an up-to-date record of immunization
• Prior to commencing employment, must provide documentary evidence of having undergone a one-step tuberculosis skin test
• Must have and maintain membership with the College of Early Childhood Educators

Responsibilities

• Plans and implements developmentally appropriate learning activities/programs based on the holistic development of all children.
• Assists the Supervisor in implementing policies and procedures of the Centre including health and safety procedures.
• Provides back-up for the Supervisor during absences, administering medication, completing budget ledgers and statistical records, and ensuring payment of centre expenditures.
• Maintains an orderly, tidy and fully equipped Centre by ensuring that materials are available and requests for replacements and repairs are made when necessary.
• Participates in staff and parent meetings, special events, and works with outside agencies.
• Participates in orientation of new staff members and students.
• Performs such other related duties as may be assigned.

Benefits

• If this temporary vacancy is filled by a regular full-time employee, seniority and benefits will continue in the normal manner and the regular employee will continue to maintain normal, full-time status for the duration of the appointment.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Mid Level
• Education Level: Associate degree