DRS - Early Childhood Educator 5.00

2 weeks ago

Berwick, Nova Scotia, Canada Nova Scotia Regional Centres for Education & CSAP Full time $50,000 - $125,000 per year

Annapolis Valley Regional Centre for Education

Dwight Ross School

Early Childhood Educator - Part Year (195 days per year) 5.00 hours per day

Closing date for applications: November 5, 2025 at  Midnight

Starting Wages:

Early Childhood Educator 1 - Fully Qualified - $25.23 per hour

Early Childhood Educator 2 - Partially Qualified - $16.88 per hour

Terms and conditions of employment, including wages, are in accordance with the Nova Scotia Government and General Employees Union (NSGEU) Local 73 Bargaining Unit located at

Reporting to the School Principal, the Early Childhood Educator (ECE) will collaboratively work with and support the Lead Early Childhood Educator (LECE) within the Pre-primary Program Team, to ensure a supportive and secure environment for young children attending the Pre-primary Program. The ECE will work collaboratively with the LECE and support them to create and maintain an engaging learning environment, one in which children are encouraged to explore and create new knowledge through their experiences and social interactions with others. The ECE will support the use of evidenced-based practices and professional judgement to ensure the environment is focused on the holistic development and overall well-being of the children. Working cooperatively with the LECE, the ECE will be responsible to support the implementation of the Pre-primary Program using the Nova Scotia Early Learning Curriculum Framework.  The ECE will be an active member of the school team and will work cooperatively with the LECE to support the consistent delivery and assessment of a high-quality early learning experience for children attending the Pre-primary Program.

REQUIREMENTS FOR THE EARLY CHILDHOOD EDUCATOR

The Early Childhood Educator (ECE) will require a Diploma in Early Childhood Education and a minimum of three years of recent experience working with preschool aged children. Confirmation of educational qualifications must be included with your application.

  • In-depth understanding of child growth and development and demonstrated knowledge and experience using a play-based pedagogy and child-centered, developmentally appropriate practices.
  • Able to translate theory and best practices into action in early childhood settings.
  • Experience with developmentally appropriate observation, documentation, and authentic assessment strategies.
  • Experience working with children and families with diverse cultural backgrounds, experiences, and developmental needs.
  • Able to create inclusive and responsive early learning environments that support the diverse and special needs of all children.
  • Strong interpersonal and communication skills.
  • Computer skills suitable for report writing and internet research/applications.
  • Valid Standard First Aid.
  • Valid Food Handlers Course.
  • Successful completion of the Criminal Record and Child Abuse Registry Checks.

At the Annapolis Valley Regional Centre for Education, we are committed to creating an inclusive and accessible environment for all candidates. If you require accommodations during the recruitment process, please let us know. We will work with you to meet your needs.

To request accommodations, please contact Kelsey Ogilvie, Human Resources Manager at  or All information provided will be kept confidential and used solely to provide an accessible candidate experience.

Applications will be considered:

First, in accordance with the Nova Scotia Government and General Employees Union (NSGEU) Local 73 Bargaining Unit.

Second, to applicants who self-identify and are members of the identified peoples in accordance with AVRCE's Employment Equity.

Third, if there are no successful candidates from the Employment Equity applicant pool, then other external candidates will be considered for this position.

We thank all applicants for their interest, however, only those selected for an interview will be contacted.

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