Early Childhood Educator

2 months ago

Fall River, Canada YMCA of Greater HalifaxDartmouth Full time

**Title**:Early Childhood Educator

**Position Status**:Full-Time

**Salary**:$20.40 - $29.64 per hour

**Start Date**:October 2, 2024

**Location**:Fall River YMCA Early Learning Child Care Centre

The YMCA is a place where everyone belongs, we are committed to providing equal opportunities for all, in a welcoming space that is both nurturing and fun - a community of shared responsibilities, where children and families can thrive.

There are lots of places to work, but few opportunities to do work that really matters, and the Y is one of those rare places. When you join our team, you don’t just get a job - you’ll embark on an exciting path of career development. You will be part of a team that provides children, youth, and adults of all ages reach feel a sense of belonging to their community.

**The Opportunity**

Reporting to the Centre Director and Assistant Director, the Early Childhood Educator is accountable for creating a stimulating, safe and nurturing environment for the toddlers (age 18 months to 4 years) to learn and grow, communicate and to provide support to families at the Fall River YMCA Early Learning Child Care Centre. The toddler/support educator is responsible for ensuring all YMCA Playing to Learn program requirements are met and exceeded while complying with the Education & Early Childhood Development Regulations and National YMCA Child Protection Standards.

**Responsibilities**
- Plan and implement YMCA Playing to Learn Curriculum in accordance with the goals and objectives of the Child Care Centre to foster maximum development for each toddler’s potential and growth
- Plan, implement, and assess developmentally appropriate indoor and outdoor learning environments for toddlers that support emotional and social development, while understanding and encouraging positive self-concepts
- Use a variety of teaching techniques that include, but are not limited to, modelling, observing, questioning, demonstrating, and reinforcing
- Effectively communicate concerns and suggestions openly to the Director, the Assistant Director, and co-workers
- Work collaboratively with the team
- Attend monthly staff meetings
- Knowledgeable of staffing information and the Child Care Department’s Policies including Behavior Guidance, Child Abuse Protocol, and Confidentiality
- Attend professional development workshops and mandatory curriculum trainings
- Supervise student placements and ensure proper paperwork is completed
- Responsible for program set up, classroom clean up and organization
- Administer and record all children’s medication, plans of action and behaviour charts
- Develop and maintain meaningful relationships with families and the community
- Other duties as assigned by Centre Director and Assistant Director

**Qualifications & Skills**
- 1-year experience working with young children an asset
- Entry Level Early Childhood Certification or a Level 1-3 Early Childhood Education Certification
- Detail oriented, self-starter and organized
- Excellent time management and teamwork abilities
- High quality relationship building skills
- Strong written/verbal communication and interpersonal skills
- Ability to problem solve and remain calm in an emergency
- Works independently and as a team in decision making, conflict resolution and delivery of quality programming while maintaining strong relationships with the children, families and community.

**We Offer**
- Participation in a comprehensive Group Benefits and Pension Program
- Strong work/life balance programs, i.e., paid vacation and wellness days
- Individual and family YMCA Membership options
- Access to discounted childcare and programs

**Conditions of Employment**
- Clear Child Abuse Register Check
- Current and satisfactory Criminal Record Check and Vulnerable Sector Check (must be dated less than 6 months from hire date)
- Completion of YMCA’s Child Safety & Protection Orientation within first week of employment
- Completion of YMCA Child Safeguarding Training within probationary period
- Valid First Aid and CPR certificate if required for the role

**We look forward to hearing from you**
- The YMCA of Greater Halifax/Dartmouth is an equal opportunity employer that values the diversity of people and communities and is committed to excellence and inclusion in our Association. We are committed to an environment that is barrier free. If you require accommodation during the hiring process, please inform us in advance to arrange reasonable and appropriate accommodation. Applicants are encouraged to self-identify._

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