Government Wage Enhancement offered on top of hourly rate
At Little Steps we are not just a team, we are a family. Come grow your career with us a be a part of something special!
We are looking for Part Time and Split Shift ECE Level 1, 2 or 3 for several of our locations to join our family.
About Little Steps: Little Steps Childcare Centre offers a uniquely warm, inviting, and child-centered environment that is welcoming, fun, exciting, stimulating, creative, and safe. We are committed to establishing a positive and communicative relationship with children and their families and believe that this is essential in creating an atmosphere of respect and trust. We recognize that our purpose is to support the communities we serve and the families in our care.
What it’s Like to Work Here: Ask our employees and the most common word they’d use to describe working at Little Steps is “great!” We know good people become great teams. We strongly believe that a well-managed team and proactive employees are the perfect ingredients for a solid workplace culture and important for our overall success. Our goal is to employ a happy, caring, and committed team of educators who come from a variety of backgrounds and experiences and, like us, share a passion for early childhood education. Our team members all share a positive attitude, passion for our industry, problem solving abilities, and a genuine love for children, enabling them to provide excellent care to our families.
A Day in the Life as an ECE: As an Early Childhood Educator, you will work side-by-side with educators and families to provide a home away from home for the children in our care.
Some of the duties include, but are not limited to the following:
- Creating and maintaining an environment that is clean and safe for all children
- Carrying out the daily responsibilities of the classroom relating to the care of the children
- Responsible for the safety and well-being of each child, responding to their emotional, physical, social, and intellectual needs
- Implementing lesson plans/curriculum on a weekly basis covering all areas of child development
- Establishing a professional level of rapport with each family in order to provide quality care for the children
Qualifications:
We are looking for someone who has:
- An Early Childhood Education Certification Level 1, 2 or 3 and has at least 1 year of experience in the child care field
- An up to date police clearance and first aid
- A flexible schedule - must be able to work a split shift or part time shift
- A passion for early childhood education and a desire to work in a family-oriented environment
- An ability to create a positive environment for children while also providing quality care
- Strong interpersonal skills
- A growth mind-set and a passion for creating a fun environment
- An understanding of emergent curriculum is an asset
We are committed to providing a safe and enjoyable learning environment for our educators, students, parents, and community members. We are looking for someone who is excited about early childhood education and wants to continue developing their skills.
What We Offer:
- Diverse, Inclusive Environment
- Competitive Compensation Package
- Hands On Management Guidance & Support
- Opportunities for Professional Growth
- Generous Childcare Discount
- Employee Benefits Program
- Professional Development
- Fun & Positive Work Culture
- Employee Social Club
- Employee Incentives
- Team Building
- Vacation Pay
Ready to apply? If this job sounds like a fit for you, then don’t wait to send us your resume! We look forward to meeting you!
Job Type: Part-time
Pay: $17.00-$20.00 per hour
Benefits:
- Dental care
- Extended health care
- Flexible schedule
- Vision care
Flexible language requirement:
Schedule:
Work Location: In person
