Registered Early Childhood Educator

Company: Oneida Nation of the Thames

Position: Registered Early Childhood Educator                        

Term: Permanent Full-Time       

Department: Head Start Family Resource Centre

Division: Lifelong Learning                              

Salary: Competitive salary range

Hours: 35 hours per week, Monday to Friday, 8:30a.m. to 4:30p.m., flexible to align work schedule with program requirements which will include some evenings, weekends, and statutory holidays

Posting Date: November 25, 2024                                              

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

JOB SUMMARY:  

The Registered Early Childhood Educator (RECE) will work as part of the EarlyON team to develop and deliver a culturally enriched, Oneida-based early years curriculum. They will create a child and family learning environment aligned with Ontario's "How Does Learning Happen?" pedagogy. The RECE will provide developmentally appropriate curriculum and programs that meet the needs of children aged 0 to 5, families, and the community.

EDUCATION:

1. Early Childhood Education Diploma from a recognized post-secondary institute and enrollment with the College of RECE; OR
2. Registration in an ECE diploma program with an expected completion date within 2 years.

EXPERIENCE:

1. 1-2 years experience working with children and families is considered an asset.
2. Valid CPR/First Aid certification or willing to obtain.

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 Vulnerable Sector Check (completed within a 30-day timeframe), at their own expense.
2. The successful candidate must submit a copy of their complete immunization record.
3. The successful candidate must submit a copy of applicable educational qualifications (certificates, diplomas, degrees, etc.).

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 interviews 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.