Early Childhood Educator

Early Childhood Educator

Bamoonzhe Daycare
Location: Petawawa, Ontario
Posted: December 23rd 2025
Description:

Bamoonzhe Day Care opened in April 2023 in Petawawa with a goal is to provide high-quality childcare for the county and to share some indigenous teachings. We are in partnership with the Bonnechere Algonquin First Nation to provide childcare and we are attached to the Herman Street Public School. Our goal is to provide high quality childcare for the county and to share some indigenous teachings.

We are recruiting highly motivated Registered Early Childhood Educators to inspire and be part of this new and innovative daycare centre starting in February 2026.  This is a full time, temporary position covering a maternity leave. There is the possibility of an extension.

Responsibilities:

The Registered Early Childhood Educator is responsible for the delivery of core program services including but not limited to:

  • Develop and implement a best practice program, in line with “How Does Learning Happen” that supports and promotes the four foundations: well-being, engagement, expression, and belonging.
  • Plan and implement activities that follow children’s developmental needs.
  • Plan a curriculum by implementing Indigenous teachings that include the seven grandfathers: honesty, humility, respect, bravery, wisdom, love, and truth.
  • Support children through each domain of development; physical, cognitive, emotional, and social development.
  • Create and maintain a high-quality safe environment that protects the health, security, and well-being of children.
  • Observe and document children’s developmental milestones, interests, and needs.
  • Promote open communication with staff and families regarding development and interests.
  • Support children in the development of their self-help skills and independence.
  • Establish and maintain collaborative relationships with co-workers, management, and families.
  • Attend staff meetings and professional development opportunities as required.
  • Work in partnership to maintain cleanliness and organization of classroom materials and centre.
  • Keep up to date with daily requirements, observations, ministry-regulated documents, ELECT learning stories.
  • Work collaboratively with a large team.
  • Assisting supervisor in daily operations.
Qualifications
  • Experience working in childcare
  • 1-3 years working in a childcare field is an asset
  • Registered Early Childhood Education or equivalent
  • Standard First Aid and CPR level C
  • Clear vulnerable sector check
  • Strong communication skills both written and oral.
  • Flexibility within a busy daycare setting
  • Availability to work between the hours of 6:45am and 5:15pm
Additional Information

We offer up to three weeks of paid vacation during daycare closures and health and dental eligibility after completing a six-month probationary period.

If you are passionate about working with young children and making a positive impact on their lives, we would love to hear from you. Please submit your resume along with a cover letter detailing your relevant experience.

Contact Information
Bamoonzhe Daycare
Petawawa, Ontario

Email: Bamoonzhe-Daycare@outlook.com
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