Early Childhood Educator

Early Childhood Educator

Bamoonzhe Day Care is a daycare that opened in Petawawa in April 2023. We are partnering with the Bonnechere Algonquin First Nation to provide childcare attached to the Herman Street School.

We are recruiting highly motivated Registered Early Childhood Educators to inspire and be part of this innovative daycare centre. Our goal is to provide childcare for the county and to share our indigenous teachings.

Responsibilities:

• The 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.
• Strong communication skills both written and oral.
• 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 in collaboratively with a large team.
• Assisting supervisor in daily operations.

• 1-3 years of experience working in the childcare field
• First Aid and CPR level C
• Clear vulnerable sector check
• Flexibility within a busy daycare setting
• Availability to work between the hours of 7:00am and 5:00pm

Salary is based on education and experience. We offer three weeks of paid vacation during daycare closures 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.