SRCE-26-555, HMMD, Lead Early Childhood Educator

Nova Scotia Regional Centres for Education & CSAP • Livingstone Cove, NS

2d • Onsite

About The Position

The Strait Regional Centre for Education (SRCE) is seeking a Lead Early Childhood Educator for the Pre-primary Program at H.M. MacDonald School. This role involves collaborating with Pre-primary staff to implement the Nova Scotia Early Learning Curriculum Framework (NSELCF) and ensure a supportive and secure environment for young children. The Lead ECE will provide leadership to the Pre-primary team, working closely with the Principal, Pre-Primary Program Lead, and Early Years Programs. The SRCE is committed to supporting student learning, achievement, and well-being within safe, equitable, and inclusive environments. The Centre operates 20 schools with approximately 5,948 students and serves about 375 children in pre-primary programs across 14 locations. The jurisdiction covers Antigonish, Guysborough, Inverness, and Richmond counties in northeastern Nova Scotia.

Requirements

• A degree in early childhood education from a recognized educational institution with 3 years of recent experience (within the last 5 years) working in a regulated early learning environment or Pre-primary. OR; A diploma in early childhood education from a recognized educational institution with 5 years recent experience (within the last 5 years) working in a regulated early learning environment or Pre-primary. (Confirmation of educational qualifications will be required.)
• Experience with leadership in an early learning environment
• Possess an in-depth understanding of child growth and development and demonstrated knowledge and experience using a play-based pedagogy and child-centered, developmentally appropriate practices
• Ability 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
• Ability 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 application and research
• Current first aid certification
• Application must include at least three (3) work-related references; one must be your most recent supervisor.
• Provide a current (within the last 6 months), and clear Criminal Record Check-Vulnerable Sector and Child Abuse Registry prior to employment.

Responsibilities

• Creating an inviting, active and dynamic learning environment that supports and includes all children
• Collaborating with Pre-primary staff to clarify roles and responsibilities and establish routines and procedures that will set the stage for a positive learning environment
• Observing children on a daily basis to learn more about them as individuals and ensure the interests, activities and thinking processes of all children are represented
• Delivering a uniquely creative curriculum that is responsive to the interests, developmental and cultural needs of the participating children
• Being the primary point of contact for families, establishing and building relationships, and facilitating their involvement in the program
• Welcoming and having open communication with families regarding their child’s experiences and the program offered
• Reflecting children’s lives in ongoing displays and celebrations throughout the year
• Supporting children’s development in the four key areas, Well Being, Discovery and Invention, Language and Communication, and Personal and Social Responsibility, identified in the NSELCF
• Supporting social-emotional learning for young children and being able to implement positive behaviour guidance while in consideration of Strait Regional Centre for Education and Education and Early Childhood Department policies and procedures, the NSELCF and the Pyramid Model program
• Working with the ECE to create documentation, individual portfolios, and pedagogical displays within the environment which represent the interests and development of the children in the program
• Working with Pre-primary staff to provide timely identification of and responses to children and families in need of additional supports and services and partner with community-based providers to ensure that children’s individual developmental needs are addressed within the context of the Pre-primary Program
• In consultation with families, community partners and staff, developing, implementing, and reviewing Routine Based Plans (RBPs) for children requiring additional supports
• Administering medication and working with families and community partners to support children with chronic medical conditions, such as serious allergies, diabetes, etc. and develop a Health Plan of Care as required, in accordance with SRCE and DEECD policies and protocols on administering medication to students
• Knowledge of the food and nutrition guidelines and responsible for providing nutritious snacks
• Working with the Principal, Pre-Primary Program Lead and Early Years Programs to ensure the Pre-primary children are welcomed and a part of the school community
• With support from the Pre-Primary Program Lead and Early Years Programs, work with school staff to develop transition plans for children requiring additional supports in preparation for entry into primary
• Participating in a comprehensive, ongoing evaluation of the Pre-primary Program via the Continuous Quality Improvement process
• Other duties as assigned

Benefits

• Salary and Benefits information for this position can be accessed by clicking this link CUPE Local 955 Collective Agreement April 1 2024 to March 31 2026

What This Job Offers

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