AEES - Early Childhood Educator 5.00

Armbrae Academy, Private School, Halifax, Nova Scotia, Canada • Annapolis, MD

40d • $25 - $17

About The Position

Reporting to the School Principal, the Early Childhood Educator (ECE) will collaboratively work with and support the Lead Early Childhood Educator (LECE) within the Pre-primary Program Team, to ensure a supportive and secure environment for young children attending the Pre-primary Program. The ECE will work collaboratively with the LECE and support them to create and maintain an engaging learning environment, one in which children are encouraged to explore and create new knowledge through their experiences and social interactions with others. The ECE will support the use of evidenced-based practices and professional judgement to ensure the environment is focused on the holistic development and overall well-being of the children. Working cooperatively with the LECE, the ECE will be responsible to support the implementation of the Pre-primary Program using the Nova Scotia Early Learning Curriculum Framework. The ECE will be an active member of the school team and will work cooperatively with the LECE to support the consistent delivery and assessment of a high-quality early learning experience for children attending the Pre-primary Program.

Requirements

• Diploma in Early Childhood Education
• Minimum of three years of recent experience working with preschool aged children
• In-depth understanding of child growth and development and demonstrated knowledge and experience using a play-based pedagogy and child-centered, developmentally appropriate practices
• Able to translate theory and best practices into action in early childhood settings
• Experience with developmentally appropriate observation, documentation, and authentic assessment strategies
• Experience working with children and families with diverse cultural backgrounds, experiences, and developmental needs
• Able to create inclusive and responsive early learning environments that support the diverse and special needs of all children
• Strong interpersonal and communication skills
• Computer skills suitable for report writing and internet research/applications
• Valid Standard First Aid
• Valid Food Handlers Course
• Successful completion of the Criminal Record and Child Abuse Registry Checks

Responsibilities

• Work collaboratively with and support the Lead Early Childhood Educator (LECE)
• Support the LECE to create and maintain an engaging learning environment
• Support the use of evidenced-based practices
• Support the implementation of the Pre-primary Program using the Nova Scotia Early Learning Curriculum Framework
• Work cooperatively with the LECE to support the consistent delivery and assessment of a high-quality early learning experience

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Part-time
• Career Level: Entry Level
• Education Level: No Education Listed