At Bright Beginnings, we are looking for an enthusiastic, motivated Registered Early Childhood Educator (RECE) to join our dedicated team and play a key role in providing high-quality, engaging education for children across various age groups, from toddlers to preschoolers, and even school-age children. The ideal candidate will be passionate about early childhood development and committed to creating an environment where each child can thrive, exploring and learning through purposeful activities that promote their physical, mental, and social growth.
Job Duties:
- Supervise, guide and assist children in daily activities.
- Provide a safe and happy environment.
- Record necessary information pertinent to each child.
- Ensure activities adhere to the governing child care act(s).
- Maintain equipment and assist in housekeeping duties.
- Interact with children to encourage their involvement in activities.
- Provide a warm, safe, and caring environment that is kept orderly, clean, and appealing.
- Plan, prepare, and implement daily activities (indoor/outdoor) as they relate to the curriculum.
- Provide diapering care and/or provide overall supervision of toileting and bathroom time.
- Oversee all mealtime/snack time activities, and provide related record keeping.
- Maintain ongoing developmental records for each child, including keeping records of all developing skills (physical, social, emotional, and cognitive).
- Keep a "portfolio" of each child's progress, including samples of their artwork, writing, etc.
- Maintain good communication with parents daily through the use of daily sheets, notes and/or verbally.
- Supervise, train and utilize assistant educator's (and volunteer's) skills and abilities.
- Work with other staff members to form a positive, supportive team atmosphere.
- Ensure confidentiality of privileged information.
- Maintain adherence to all company policies and procedures, including safety requirements.
- Create a classroom environment conducive to learning and appropriate to the physical, social, and emotional development of students with an emphasis on language development and emergent literacy skills.
- Establish instructional programs based on scientifically based research.
- Provide activities and opportunities that encourage curiosity, exploration, and problem-solving appropriate to the development levels of the children
- Model developmentally appropriate activities and positive behaviour management techniques through daily contact with children and early childhood staff in the classroom.
- Select books, equipment and other instructional materials appropriate for the early childhood program.
- Include materials and experiences in the classroom that are culturally appropriate and represent diversity.
- Maintain attendance records of children.
- Participate in team planning sessions with all project staff to ensure well-coordinated and effective delivery of project services to meet program objectives.
- Work cooperatively and effectively as a team member by communicating and contributing information on a continuous basis.
- Supervise and provide leadership and support for other early childhood providers as needed.
- Conduct and supervise the completion of pre and post assessments for children.
- Maintain open, friendly, and cooperative relationships with each child's family and encourage their involvement in the program.
- Continue professional development through attending workshops, conferences and other staff development.
- Be sensitive to individual children's differences and needs, and be willing to adjust the program and curriculum to meet those individual needs.
- Maintain up to date knowledge of current child development practices.
- Demonstrate behaviour that is professional, ethical, and responsible.
- Reads, understand and abide by all policies of BBCC, including emergency, fire, serious occurrence, prohibited practices and child abuse procedures.
- Assist with other duties as requested by the Supervisor and/or Owner/Operator.
Qualifications
- College diploma in Early Childhood Education
- Related training in the area of children with special needs
- Demonstrated competency in oral and written communication skills.
- Ability to effectively interact and relate to children in a developmentally appropriate manner.
- Ability to pass a criminal background check/vulnerable sector check.
- Knowledge and understanding of applicable policies, compliance regulations and appropriate legislation.
- First Aid and CPR-C certification.
- Excellent interpersonal skills.
- Excellent verbal and written communication skills.
- High level of energy.
- High levels of patience.
- Genuinely committed to helping children learn.
- A broad knowledge of child development and teaching methods.
- Cultural sensitivity.
- Excellent problem solving skills.
- Excellent negotiation and mediation skills.
- Ability and willingness to perform required physical tasks.
- Ability to recognize individual learning styles and the characteristics of learners.
- High level of attention to confidentiality.
- Willing to participate in ongoing learning.
Join us in making a positive impact on the lives of young learners by providing them with the foundation they need for future success! BBCC offers competitive salary packages, an incredible work environment, and career advancement opportunities. BBCC welcomes and encourages applications from people with disabilities. Accommodations are available upon request for candidates taking part in all aspects of the selection process.
If you require accommodation during the recruitment process, please contact us at [email protected].
Job Type: Full-time
Pay: $24.86-$26.00 per hour
Benefits:
- Casual dress
- Dental care
- Employee assistance program
- Extended health care
- Life insurance
- On-site parking
- Paid time off
Flexible language requirement:
Education:
- Secondary School (preferred)
Work Location: In person
