Early Childhood Educator and Centre Cook - Child Care United Of Leeds And Grenville

Child Care United of Leeds and Grenville is looking to build our team in Lansdowne. We are currently looking for PERMANENT EARLY CHILDHOOD EDUCATORS (RECE) for our Willow Tree Daycare and School Age Program. Position also provides the opportunity for full time hours with of addition of providing hours as cook within our full day program.

Are you a PASSIONATE, PROFESSIONAL and ENTHUSIASTIC individual who loves working with children? Are you looking for an opportunity to make a difference and contribute to the growth and development of young children? If so, then look no further and apply today!

Individuals will work collaboratively with our team of Educators to provide nurturing, care and education to children between the ages of four to twelve years. You will share the responsibility of implementing a balance of individual and group activities that will encourage the physical, social, intellectual, emotional and sensory development both indoors and outdoors.

We believe our team is our greatest asset and we take pride in fostering a positive and supportive work environment. Don’t miss this opportunity to join our team and make a real difference in the lives of young children.

Key Responsibilities (Include but not limited to):

• Work collaboratively within program team, as well as have the ability to work independently when required
• Collaboratively plan and implement creative and inclusive activities based on the interests of the children
• Maintaining safe environments through active supervision, while guiding, demonstrating and encouraging the children
• Documenting and sharing special moments and important milestones of the children within your care
• Promote and participate in open communication with team and create trusting, cooperative relationships with families
• Create and provide nutritious snacks and lunches while maintaining an organized/safe kitchen environment

Qualifications:

• Previous experience in licensed centre based childcare an asset
• Diploma in Early Childhood Education an asset, related education accepted (i.e. CYW, DSW, Social Services, etc)
• Graduates of Early Childhood Education must be a member in good standing with the College of Early Childhood Educators
• Police Record Check with Vulnerable Sector (within 6 months)
• Current Standard First Aid and CPR (Level C)
• Valid Safe Food Handlers Certificate an asset
• Up to Date Immunization Record
• Team building skills
• Problem solving skills
• Time management skills
• Positive and fun-loving attitude with the ability to work under pressure
• Minimum two employment references

Compensation:

Educator:

• Registered Early Childhood Educators: $25.56 hourly (Inclusive of government funding)
• Non-RECE Educators: $23.36 hourly (Inclusive of applicable government funding)

Cook :

• $21.36 per hour

Position available as soon as possible

APPLICATION INSTRUCTIONS

Apply by email to: director@childcareunited.ca