Registered Early Childhood Educator

Company: Oneida Nation of the Thames

Position: Registered Early Childhood Educator (2 positions)                    

Term: Permanent Full-Time

Division: Life Long Learning/Child Care Centre                                           

Salary: Competitive salary range 

Hours: 40 hours/week, three (3) rotating shifts between 7:30a.m. – 5:30p.m., Monday – Friday

Posting Date: April 23, 2024                 

Closing Date: May 6, 2024 at 4:30p.m.

JOB SUMMARY:  

Reporting to the Early Childhood Program Supervisor, the RECE is responsible for the safety, health, and well-being of children in the centre.  General responsibilities include the preparation of weekly program plans that reflect the needs of the individual child, general upkeep of toys, equipment.

The ideal candidate must be willing to learn basic Oneida language and culture that could be implemented into daily routines and activities.

The Oneida Child Care Centre is dedicated to providing training opportunities and educational advancements.

QUALIFICATIONS:

1. Early Childhood Education diploma from a recognized post-secondary institute and enrollment with the College of ECE; OR
2. Registration in an ECE diploma program with an expected completion date within 2 years.
3. Experience working with First Nations children and/or families, an asset.
4. Previous employment experience as an ECE, an asset.
5. Valid First Aid/CPR certification.

MANDATORY DOCUMENTATION WITH APPLICATION:

1. A cover letter must be included with your application addressing the qualifications outlined above.
2. Resume. 

REQUIREMENTS PRIOR TO STARTING EMPLOYMENT:

1. The successful candidate must submit a recent (completed within a 30-day timeframe) Vulnerable Sector CPIC, at their own expense.
2. The successful candidate must submit immunization records and a negative TB skin test, at their own expense.
3. The successful candidate must submit a copy of applicable educational qualifications (certificates, diplomas, degrees, etc.) or a letter from an educational institution confirming ongoing studies.

Submit all mandatory documentation to hr.recruitment@oneida.on.ca.

• Late applications will not be accepted.
• All applications will be screened according to the above qualifications, including a full and complete application as requested.
• Only those selected for interview will be contacted.
• A registered member of a First Nation as per Section 16(1) of the Human Rights Act, is preferred.
• Oneida Nation is committed to workplace diversity and provides accommodations to applicants with disabilities throughout our hiring process. If you require accommodations, please contact Human Resources.

To request a full job profile, contact the Human Resources Department at 519-652-3244 ext. 827 or by email hr.recruitment@oneida.on.ca.