Registered Early Childhood Educator

RECE Teacher Position Available at our Mississauga Erin Mills Child Care Centre

We are seeking committed individuals who will be available to work split shift in a Before & After School Program at our Mississauga Erin Mills Child Care Centre.  30 hours per week for 8 months period.

RECE Teacher Position Available at our Mississauga Erin Mills Child Care Centre

We are seeking committed individuals who will be available to work split shift in a Before & After School Program at our Mississauga Erin Mills Child Care Centre.  30 hours per week for 8 months period.

Your responsibilities will consist of but not limited to the following:

• Nurture each child to grow spiritually, emotionally, intellectually and physically
• Promote a sense of belonging, a sense of well-being, the opportunity to engage in learning and the opportunity for each child to express him or herself
• Treat each child with Love, Dignity and Respect
• Understand and comply with provincial, municipal and The Salvation Army Policies, Procedures and Standards, including new COVID-19 Policies and Procedures
• Plan and implement a consistent child-centered program in accordance with “How Does Learning Happen”
• Provide high quality experiences based on the children’s interests
• Provide within the environment various areas where children can explore, play happily and safely, ask questions and where hands on learning can take place with the involvement and support of the Educator
• Carry out all daily routines following the center’s policies & procedures
• Complete enhanced cleaning as per our COVID-19 Sanitary Practices Policy
• Maintain positive communication with parents through daily contact  &  our app

• Adheres to work schedule to ensure program stays within ratio and provides required adequate notice to supervisor regarding unexpected scheduling changes
• Ability to work within a team and be part of a large multi-service, Christian charitable Organization
• Attends staff meetings, required training and all other relevant professional development opportunities necessary for the position. Maintains qualifications and certifications as required by the provincial standards.

• Participate in parent nights and special events such as fundraising, field trips, Church programs, etc.
• Performs other duties as assigned by the Supervisor or Designate if Supervisor is away

• 18 years of age or older
• RECE in good standing
• Oral & written skills in order to work with children, parents and other staff
• Preference would be given to those who have previous experience working in a Child Care or working with groups of children
• Knowledge of Child Care and Early Years Act, How Does Learning Happen & Early Learning Framework
• Food Handlers Certificate an asset
• Ability to use frequent light to medium physical effort: lifting up to 20 kg (44 lbs.), bending and stooping

• Must be able to work outdoors for at least 2 hours daily year-round; may be exposed to heat, humidity or cold

• Flexibility regarding assigned working hours Monday to Friday, able to work split shifts, early morning and mid-late afternoons
• Valid Driver’s License and access to a vehicle an asset (travel to multiple locations)

HIRING IS SUBJECT TO THE FOLLOWING:

• Criminal Reference Check with Vulnerable Sector Screening completed
• Proof of COVID-19 Vaccination
• Updated Medical completed
• Standard First Aid & Level C CPR
• Complete all on-line Salvation Army courses

The Salvation Army will accommodate candidates as required under applicable human rights legislation.   If you require a disability-related accommodation during this process, please inform us of your requirements. 

We thank all applicants, however, only those candidates to be interviewed will be contacted.

Internal Applicants, please advise your managing supervisor of your intentions prior to submitting your application.