ECE Early Childhood Educator / Childcare

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Early Learning Centre
Full-Time Support
34.60-$39.93-Hourly
January 05 2026
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Under the direction and with support of the Manager the incumbent establishes goals and approaches to plan for and create a positive and safe learning environment in the Infant Program. The individual is required to document observations of the children in reference to the Early Learning for Every Child Today (ELECT) principles while incorporating an understanding of How Does Learning Happen (HDLH 2014). The individual is responsible to establish ongoing communication and responsive relationships with families. The incumbent works with team members through discussion collaboration and reflection in all aspects of the program to create contexts to support childrens learning development health and well-being. The incumbent also provides guidance and modelling to Early Childhood Education students to support the students theoretical training.

Plans and implements a developmentally-appropriate program using the Early Learning for Every Child Today and How Does Learning Happen (HDLH) for the children in their care that supports the philosophy of the E.E. program and meets the requirements of the Child Care and Early Years Act.

• Direct support observe and evaluate ECE students during field placements;
• Works in a team environment in the Infant Program and the Early Learning Centre

• Registered with the Ontario College of Early Childhood Educators as a member in good standing ;
• Immunization record as recommended by Ottawa Public Health;
• A minimum of 2 (two) years working full time in a licensed early learning & child care setting preferably where ECE students complete placements;
• Flexibility initiative enthusiasm commitment to the growth of the children and the training of students;
• Good organizational multi - tasking communication computer and problem-solving skills;
• Experience in programming emergent curriculum developing documentation and assessment of children.