Early Childhood Educator--Preschool teacher

Only applications submitted through Indeed will be reviewed for this position. Please do not drop off resumes in person or call the centre. We will contact those applicants selected for the interview process.

This position is for an educator able to start immediately, and we are not eligible to support applicants looking for PR support or sponsorship.

WHO WE ARE

Adventurers Child Care Centre is a vibrant organization with a long history of providing high quality childcare services to children and their families in Dartmouth and surrounding HRM (We are in Burnside). We work in a family centered, child focused environment with a strong sense of team at all levels. We are continuously evolving to incorporate best practices and provide excellence in care.

WHAT WE'RE LOOKING FOR

We are seeking a passionate, creative, and competent early childhood educator to be a part of our dynamic team! Our Centre strives to be inclusive and offers a high quality environment that supports and facilitates optimal development of the whole child. Experience working or volunteering in Licensed child care in Nova Scotia will be considered an asset.

QUALIFICATIONS

• Early Childhood Educator certification. Must have a level 1, 2 or 3
• Current First Aid (CPR-B or C) certificate.
• Ability to provide professional references.
• Diplomas, certificates or other evidence of training related to child growth/development.
• Experience working in a childcare or recreational setting.
• Successful candidates will be required to provide a Criminal Record Check with Vulnerable Sector & Child Abuse Registry Check

Program Responsibilities

• In collaboration with co-teachers, plans and implements daily activities, including creative, active/quiet activities, indoor/outdoor activities, free play/structured activities, and large and small group/individual activities that are developmentally appropriate.
• Stays updated on new program ideas and activities using new resources, networking, and sharing resources with other teachers.
• Maintains resource files for personal use and use by others for planning purposes.
• Maintains updated supply list for classroom and notifies Director of program needs.
• Organizes space, equipment and materials as needed for activities in advance, and in compliance with Day Care Act and Regulations and centre policies.
• Plans and implements activities which stimulate creativity, learning, curiosity, exploration, community and multicultural awareness and self-help skills.
• Plans, implements and evaluates Individual Program Plans (IPP's) as needed.
• Participates in team conferences relating to IPP’s with parents, specialists and Director.
• Completes progress reports on children twice per year (November/June) and meets with parents to discuss individual child’s progress/development.
• Complies with centre policies and procedures, philosophy and mission statement.
• Establishes and follows daily schedule for classroom

WHAT WE OFFER!

• A competitive salary
• 3 Paid Sick days-ability to earn up to 3 additional paid personal days per year.
• Paid holidays-13 per year
• Paid storm/closure days
• Weekly out of classroom programming time
• Health & Dental benefits plan
• Matched defined Pension plan
• (3) weeks paid vacation after (5) years

Work remotely

• No

Job Types: Full-time, Permanent

Pay: $25.11-$31.56 per hour

Benefits

• Dental care
• Extended health care
• On-site childcare
• On-site parking
• Paid time off
• Vision care

Experience

• Childcare: 1 year (preferred)

Licence/Certification

• ECE level 1, 2 or 3 (required)

Work Location: In person