The Learning Garden is looking to hire a School Age Educator. In this role you will provide nurturing care and developmentally appropriate education to meet the needs of children in a group setting within a safe and healthy environment and in cooperation with parents, colleagues and community professionals.
What We Offer:
Competitive experience-based & Qualification-based based salary
Health and Dental Plan Benefits for Full-Time Positions
A nurturing environment with great opportunity for growth & personal development
A strong commitment to equity and diversity in the workplace and community
In This Role You Will:
Participate in a child-focused curriculum where staff and children work together to expand and develop a wide range of skills and competence based on the emergent curriculum philosophy. An emergent curriculum is one that builds upon the interests of the children. It is often spontaneous and responsive to their immediate interests; topics are driven by the ideas and questions from the children themselves
Engage in caring, curious, and respectful interactions with children to support their growing relationships with themselves, each other, and the natural world
Actively encourage and promote outdoor learning and play with the children
Be committed to the welfare and development of all children, and be available for consultation, information, and resources for families and guardians
To Qualify For This Role:
Degree or diploma in Early Childhood Education, Bachelor of Education, Recreation or Child and Youth diploma
RECE in good standing with the CECE or member of Ontario College of Teachers or equivalent
Minimum of 2 years of experience working with children in a group setting
Clear Police Records check completed in last 6 months
Current Standard First Aid and CPR Certification (Can be obtained before start date)
Proven ability to work closely with other team members
Sensitivity and respect for individual and cultural differences
Adequate energy level and ability to meet the physical demands of the job
We are an equal opportunity employer. We thank all applicants for their interest; however only those selected for an interview will be contacted. Should the applicant require any accommodations during the application process please notify us at info@thelearningarden.ca
