Occasional Designated Early Childhood Educators

OCCASIONAL DESIGNATED EARLY CHILDHOOD EDUCATORS

Sudbury Catholic Schools proudly continues to strengthen our long-standing tradition of Catholic Education in the City of Greater Sudbury through the unique partnerships that exist between our schools, parishes and parents/guardians.

**Responsibilities**:
The Designated Early Childhood Educator (DECE) will partner with the classroom teacher to plan and implement a full day Early Learning Program within a Catholic classroom setting. They will use strategies to support and deliver the Early Learning Program. The DECE will collaborate in the design of programs and environments which will enhance and support the children’s cognitive, physical, social, emotional, and faith development. The DECE also assists with the delivery of the “Roots of Empathy” program.

Required Qualifications/Skills/Abilities

Education / Certification

Completion of a community college diploma in Early Childhood Education

Current valid registration with the College of Early Childhood Educators (CECE)

A Catholic Priest Reference Form and Faith Reference Portfolio (see Early Childhood Educator Application).

Certificate of completion for the Ministry of Labour Worker Health and Safety Awareness in 4 Steps training (available on-line

Required Knowledge

Basic knowledge of Ministry of Education full day early learning program and related legislation

Strong knowledge of planning and implementing early learning programs

Skills and Abilities

Genuinely committed to helping children learn

Excellent communication skills both verbal and written with the ability to communicate in a sensitive, courteous manner with children, parents, staff and the general public

High level of patience

Ability to be sensitive to the needs of students with disabilities, and cultural differences

Strong organizational and time management skills and ability to meet deadlines

Ability to recognize individual learning styles and the characteristics of learners

Excellent discretion and ability to maintain confidentiality

Excellent interpersonal skills with proven ability to work as a member of a team

Strong classroom management skills and the ability to successfully address stressful and emergency situations, and to take appropriate actions based on established Board policies, guidelines and procedures

Effective problem solving, critical thinking, and decision making skills

Basic computer skills, including word processing software, Internet

Preferred Qualifications/Skills/Abilities

One year of related experience in a childcare or educational setting

Current First Aid certification and CPR certification are assets

Salary $28.40 hourly.

Please note that an acceptable criminal record check, Vulnerable Sector Check, is a condition of employment.

The Sudbury Catholic District School Board is committed to building a diverse and qualified workforce which reflects and serves the needs of its students and its communities, and supports the mission, vision and values of the Board.

All applicants are thanked for their interest, however, only those selected for an interview will be contacted.

In accordance with the Municipal Freedom of Information and Protection of Privacy Act, personal information is being collected under the authority of the Education Act and will be used for employee recruitment and selection purposes. For questions about this collection of information, please contact Human Resources Services at
(705) 673-5620

If you require a disability-related accommodation to participate in the recruitment process, or if you have questions about this collection of information, please contact the Human Resources Services at
(705) 673-5620

Thank you for your interest in Sudbury Catholic Schools

**Job Type**: Casual

**Salary**: $28.40 per hour