Holland College
Job Summary:
Job Description:
The Early Learning Centre is seeking a certified Early Childhood Educator (ECE) to join our team. We strive to offer a high-quality childcare and education program for children up to five years old. In family groupings and with the support of qualified ECE’s, children learn through exploration and reflection with their environment.
As part of our team, you are responsible to:
• Offer a play-based, emergent curriculum
• Create, adapt, and maintain an environment that protects the health and safety of children and adults
• Observe, record, and document children’s work
• Foster social interactions and child development
• Build relationships with children, parents, and co-workers
• Mentor adult students in the Early Childhood Education and Care program at Holland College
• Other duties as assigned
Qualifications
• A Bachelor’s Degree or a Diploma in Early Childhood Care and Education
• Early Childhood Educator III certification is preferred
• Certification in First Aid/CPR are required
• Strong interpersonal, communication (written and oral) and relationship building skills
• Please note, if you are the successful candidate, you will be required to provide a criminal background check and vulnerable sector check
Proof of credentials or equivalencies from accredited regional or federal post-secondary institutions and/or their foreign equivalents will be required at the time of job offer.
Equal opportunity will be given to applicants of diverse backgrounds, Holland College welcomes applications from individuals with marginalized identities and accommodations are available on request for candidates taking part in all aspects of the selection process. In accordance with Canadian immigration requirements, all qualified candidates are encouraged to apply; however, Canadian citizens and permanent residents will be given priority. In keeping with the terms and provisions of the College’s various employment and collective agreements, priority may be given to internal candidates.