Position Summary

As a Supply Educator, you will navigate a fluctuating schedule, fostering community connections through daily interactions with children, colleagues, and families at numerous child care centres and before and after school programs. Contributing to a team of highly skilled and passionate Educators, you will provide care and education to children ranging from 0-12 years old. You will implement an emergent curriculum through a pedagogical lens, facilitate learning experiences, remain curious alongside the children, and consistently strive to deepen your understanding of the culture you cultivate within a classroom.

o   Multiple Southwestern Ontario Locations (London, Dorchester, Huron County, Sarnia)

o   Job Type: On-Call, Casual Positions

o   Hours: Various shifts available, up to 40 hours per week

o   Start date: Immediately 

Responsibilities

•  Work within a fluctuating schedule, adapting to diverse routines and schedules across different centres
•  Maintain constant supervision and prioritize the physical and emotional safety of children at all times
•  Implement an emergent curriculum by fostering and nurturing child-led learning experiences that support children in exploring topics that cultivate their curiosity
•  Collaborate with families to share insights, involve them in the curriculum planning process, and seek input on children’s interests and needs
•  Seek to understand children’s diverse needs and abilities and provide an inclusive program within a community based practice
•  Comprehend and adhere to the Child Care and Early Years Act (CCEYA), health and safety guidelines, and London Bridge policies and procedures
•  Perform a range of administrative functions, such as documenting children’s attendance, maintaining daily charts and medication logs, and accident reports as required daily
•  Attend professional learning and engage in reflective conversations alongside colleagues to create an inclusive and nurturing environment for all children

Qualifications

• Experience working with children, including those with diverse needs, is considered an asset
• Registered Early Childhood Educator qualification, or, post-secondary degree/diploma in a related field; or is currently enrolled in a post-secondary degree/diploma program
• If applicable, a member in good standing with the Ontario College of Early Childhood Educators
• Strong critical thinking, communication, and decision-making skills
• Curious, reflective, and eager for ongoing professional growth
• Demonstrates a high degree of flexibility and adaptability in responding to the evolving needs, interests, and dynamics of the children, the program, and the environment
• Vulnerable Sectors Check within the last 6 months
• Standard First Aid and CPR Level C (WSIB approved)
• Immunizations Records (Tetanus Toxoid and Rubella)

 Why Join us?

•  Put theory into practice
•  Access professional learning opportunities
•  Engage in social events and activities
•  Explore pathways to transition into permanent full-time employment

We appreciate your interest in the position; however, only those applicants accepted for an interview will be contacted.