Supply Registered Early Childhood Educator (RECE)

Southwest Ontario Aboriginal Health Access Centre•London, ON

18h•CA$25 - CA$29•Onsite

About The Position

Southwest Ontario Aboriginal Health Access Centre (SOAHAC) is a diverse, multiservice Indigenous health and wellness agency that proudly operates Nshwaasnangong Child Care and Family Centre. Nshwaasnangong is a place for Indigenous young children and families to honor, rekindle, and express their identities as Indigenous Peoples; where kindness and compassion helps everyone to have a sense of belonging; where we nurture our well-being, while living in sync with community and all creation; where we engage deeply with questions and possibilities. The Child Care at Nshwaasnangong offers licensed child care for up to 88 children ages 0-6 years of age old. The adjoining Family Centre is a place to connect with opportunities offered for young children, families and youth, including ceremonies, land-based learning, knowledge exchange and community supports. Nshwaasnangong’s team of RECEs collaborate together to provide a culturally rich, inclusive early learning environment and report directly to the Child Care Supervisor. The Supply RECE fills in for team members who are unable to report to work. Our Registered Early Childhood Educators are kind and forward-thinking individuals who provide a culturally rich child care curriculum. This position reports directly to the Child Care Supervisor and collaborates with a team of RECEs and Educational Assistants.

Requirements

Post-secondary diploma or degree in Early Childhood Education or equivalent
Registered member of the College of Early Childhood Educators
Knowledge of the Indigenous histories, cultures, creation stories, and language of the Indigenous population in the London area a strong asset
A demonstrated commitment to inclusivity and promoting the physical, cognitive, emotional and social development of children
A demonstrated commitment to language revitalization and reclaiming cultural identities
Experience as an Indigenous language learner an asset
Knowledge and experience with licensing under the Child Care Early Years Act
Knowledge of Indigenous pedagogical approaches that support How Does Learning Happen, Ontario’s Pedagogy for the Early Years
Demonstrated knowledge of Microsoft programs (Word, Excel, PowerPoint)
Able to meet the legislative requirements for working in a licensed child care setting
Obtain and maintain a clean and current vulnerable sector police check as a condition of employment
Valid government issued driver’s license or access to reliable transportation
Up-to-date immunization and records
Willingness to participate in Indigenous Cultural Safety Training, teachings, and ceremonies

Nice To Haves

Preferably a minimum of 2 years’ experience working in an Early Childhood setting

Responsibilities

Brings Nshwaasnangong’s Program Statement to life by reimagining early childhood education and emergent curriculum within an urban Indigenous context
Collaborates with the early learning team to implement a culturally relevant curriculum within the classroom (Infant, Toddler, Preschool)
Collaborates with the entire team; RECEs and Educational Assistants to share ideas, assist in curriculum implementation and support a positive atmosphere of teamwork
Develops and maintains respectful and culturally safe relationships with families, community partners, helpers, Elders and Language keepers
Maintains a healthy and safe environment
Keeps up-to-date on relevant information as it concerns early childhood education