 | Job Title: Early Life Educator (RECE) Position Type: Full-time in-person 35 hours/week, Contract Reports to: Executive Director |
Wilmot Family Resource Centre (WFRC) is a charitable, multi-service organization with locations in Baden, Wellesley, and New Hamburg, focusing on strong and healthy communities where all individuals are accepted and where there are opportunities to participate and grow.
Wilmot Family Resource Centre is currently hiring a contract Early Life Educator for 35 hours per week.
Wilmot Family Resource Centre is currently hiring a contract Early Life Educator for 35 hours per week.
POSITION OVERVIEW:
- Implementing and engaging caregivers and children in in-person and virtual online play based activities and programs that promote early learning and child development
- Encourage a welcoming, inclusive and safe environment for children and their families
- Establish and maintain collaborative, supportive relationships with children, their families, colleagues, and community stakeholders
- Assist families with accessing information and community resources related to child development and early childhood learning
- Set-up of program areas that are inviting to play and create a safe and welcoming environment
- Travel to locations across Wilmot & Wellesley Townships to provide EarlyON mobile site programs and services
QUALIFICATIONS:
To be eligible to apply, candidate must be a registered member of the Ontario College of Early Childhood Educators as a RECE (Registered Early Childhood Educator).
- 2 years’ experience working in programs with children from birth to age six and their families / caregivers, preferably in a community setting
- Experience working within a diverse and inclusive environment
- Demonstrated interest, knowledge, and or experience with current curriculum, play-based learning and early learning pedagogy, specifically the Ministry of Education’s How Does Learning Happen? document
- Proficient in the use of computers and various software applications (Microsoft Office Suite, Canva, Zoom)
- Social media knowledge and skills in Facebook (Twitter and Instagram an asset)
- Experience and proficiency with parent engagement
- Excellent oral and written communication skills
- Be able to problem solve, manage time well and prioritize responsibilities
- Be able to work effectively independently and in a collaborative team environment
- Standard First Aid with CPR Level C required
- Clean Vulnerable Sector Police Records Check
- Mandatory Covid-19 vaccination policy is in place for all employees
- Access to vehicle required
DETAILS: Full-time contract for 35 hours/week, $21-$23/hour starting wage, expected start date is in late October.
Applicants will only be considered if they include a cover letter and resume that clearly demonstrates how their previous skills and experience correspond to each of the above requirements.
Applications are due by 4:00pm on October 14, 2023 to Trisha Robinson, Executive Director, Wilmot Family Resource Centre, 175 Waterloo St. Unit 1, New Hamburg, ON N3A 1S3; or by email to [email protected]
Applications are due by 4:00pm on October 14, 2023 to Trisha Robinson, Executive Director, Wilmot Family Resource Centre, 175 Waterloo St. Unit 1, New Hamburg, ON N3A 1S3; or by email to [email protected]
Wilmot Family Resource Centre is committed to employment equity and providing equal opportunity for people with disabilities. We encourage applications from people representing the diverse communities we serve, and if requested, we modify our recruitment and hiring processes to make accommodations that are responsive to applicants’ needs. Preference may be given to applicants who self-identify of indigenous ancestry.
