Primary Educator

Primary Educator

Wise Owl Day Care Centre is a licensed, non-profit child care centre. We provide programs for infants, toddlers, pre-school, full day before and after kindergarten, and a before and after school-age program. We are one of Renfrew County's largest childcare facilities, hosting children ranging in age from infant to school age.

Wise Owl Day Care Centre is currently recruiting a Primary Educator. This position will cover a maternity leave and is available immediately. The eight-hour shifts are between 7:30am and 5:30pm.

Job Summary:

• Develop authentic relationships with children and their families.
• Create an environment for children that facilitates their learning by extending their interests and encouraging exploration, and engagement, while supporting holistic development.
• Observe and document how the learning happens in children’s play.
• Read and follow the policies and protocols annually.
• Be confident in the use of technology (messages, email, zoom, internet, Apple platform etc.)
• Be aware of and engaged in professional development and current practices.
• Work outdoors a minimum of 2 hours per day except in extreme weather.
• Ensure the fulfillment of the goals and program statement of the Wise Owl Day Care Centre.

• An early childhood education diploma or degree.
• Registration in good standing with the College of Early Childhood Educators.
• A criminal record check with a vulnerable screening check.
• Qualification in First Aid and CPR.
• A current record of immunization.
• Certificate of qualification in WHIMIS, anaphylactic training, and occupational health and safety.
• Demonstrate a practical understanding of children’s development and the ability to recognize and describe the children’s learning by creating pedagogical documentation.
• Ability to lift, carry, push and/or pull objects weighing up to 50lbs.
• A high degree of initiative and dedication.
• Ability to cultivate authentic, caring relationships and connections to create a sense of belonging among and between children, adults and the world around them.
• Excellent interpersonal skills, written and verbal skills.
• Ability to work as a part of a team while taking a leadership role.
• An understanding of and an ability to apply the principles of the Provincial documents Early Learning for Every Child Today and How the Learning Happens.

Please send your resume in MS Word or PDF format.