Contract and Casual Early Childhood Educators

**Welcome to Sleeping Giant Child Care Services**

Join our team of dedicated Educators who are passionate about providing quality care to the children and families of Thunder Bay. Our Educators recognize the need for investing in authentic relationships with children and families, team members and the professional community. As a result, we are able to provide a purposefully planned environment where children are seen as capable and competent, are respected as individuals and are provided with opportunities rich in inspiring their absorbent minds to be creative, innovative, and inquisitive through all of their senses and at their own pace.

As an organization we value the team of Educators we have and believe in the purpose of providing an environment that is supportive and inclusive. We value connection, communication and transparency, and are working towards consistent personal and professional development and growth both individually and as a team.

**Some accountabilities associated with this role include**:

- Showing a keen interest in exploring the Montessori Philosophy in depth
- Demonstrating respect for the child through positive interactions, listening with intent and viewing each child as competent and capable while establishing trust
- Making meaningful observations and documenting children's learning and development academically, physically and socially
- Planning and implementing purposeful experiences based on observation and conversation with children and families
- Communicating with families daily and building relationships that strengthen a partnership in the learning and growth process
- Attention to confidentiality and ensuring daily communication is demonstrated effectively, concisely both orally and in writing with families and co-workers
- Demonstrating the ability to navigate a prepared environment as well as respond spontaneously to interests with regards to individual, small and large group settings
- Planning and implementing daily group gatherings that are engaging, purposeful and rich in variety
- Implementing the program routine with ease while maintaining a positive and consistent approach towards child and classroom management
- Demonstrating an understanding of child development and the ability to connect paper to person in meaningful ways
- Providing an emotionally supportive and physically safe environment showing sensitivity to the individual needs of children in all aspects of their development
- Ensuring the safety of staff and children by learning and acknowledging all children's diverse needs, backgrounds, and creating equitable opportunities for all children to engage
- Demonstrating respect for spaces by ensuring the safety and cleanliness of all equipment, furniture, and materials both indoors and outdoors
- Balanced job sharing duties with regards to computer tasks, documentation
- Taking initiative to participate in behind the scenes duties such as laundry and light housekeeping
- Willingly performing and engaging in other related duties as they may be requested by your team or assigned by the Supervisor or Director
- Diploma in Early Childhood Education or Post-Secondary Degree in relevant field (ex: Teacher/OCT, RT, CYC, EA, SSW, etc.)
- College of Early Childhood Educators Registration in Good Standing (required if you are a RECE)
- Minimum 1 year of recent and relevant work experience
- Knowledge of relevant legislation including the Child Care and Early Years Act and the How Does Learning Happen? Ontario's Pedagogy Document
- Standard First Aid and CPR level C (with infant and child CPR) Certification (required)
- Current (within 6 months), clear Vulnerable Sector Reference Check
- Up-to-date Immunization Record

**Skills/Abilities**:

- Ability to communicate effectively and concisely, both orally and in writing
- A demonstrated ability to meet and work well with people
- Displays respectful and professional conduct

**Additional Information**:

- 8.5 hour shift between the hours of 8:00am - 5:30pm, Monday - Friday (1 hour lunch)
- Monthly Program Planning
- Monthly Team Meetings
- Professional Development annually
- Casual Dress Code
- Naturalized outdoor greenspace

**Assets**:

- Knowledge of the Montessori Philosophy and/or a willingness to learn
- Nature Based Education experience is an asset

**Job Type**:

- Contract Fulltime & Parttime Educator Positions
- Casual Educator Positions

**Salary**:

- $19.00-$21.00 per hour, depending on experience ($2 per hour Wage Enhancement Grant)

**If you are interested in being a part of a newly developed non-profit Centre, are passionate in providing quality early childhood care and education, and are active in the pursuit of furthering your own personal and professional development as a team, we would love to meet with you**

**Job Types**: Part-time, Fixed term contract, Casual

**Salary**: $19.00-$21.00 per hour

**Benefits**:

- Casual dress
- Company events
- Flexible schedule
- On-site parking

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