We are accepting applications from qualified applicants for our Early Childhood Educator (ECE) casual supply list .
Casual Supply ECEs replace absent ECEs on an as-needed basis or for short-term assignments in elementary English and French Immersion Programs.
Early Childhood Educators must possess willingness, along with the physical ability, to work with all of our students who have many diverse needs.
HOURS:
While there is no guarantee of hours per week as this is a casual position, a casual employee with full availability could work full-time (up to 32.5 hours per week) depending on need.
Casual Supply ECEs with the Board have opportunity to apply for vacant permanent or temporary positions as they arise, with possible consideration over external applicants.
LOCATION:
All geographical areas of the Board including North Wellington, Centre Wellington, East Wellington, Guelph, Orangeville, Dufferin County and Shelburne however Casual Supply ECEs may select specified areas in which they would like to work.
RESPONSIBILITIES:
Reporting to the Principal, the ECE will be part of the Early Learning team.
In this role, the ECE will
collaborate with the classroom teacher to implement a full-day early learning program within a classroom
setting which will enhance children's cognitive, physical, social and emotional development.
The ECE will
share responsibilities with other educators for instruction, assessment, and supervision as well as
communication with families and school teams.
The ECE will also establish and maintain collaborative
relationships with other community services providers working with children.
The ECE may be required to
provide supervision and age-appropriate (learning) programming for groups of students as part of the
extended day program as required.
QUALIFICATIONS:
Preference will be given to candidates who have the following qualifications:
•2 year College Diploma in Early Childood Education
•Registration with the Ontario College of Early Childhood Educators
•Minimum 6 months of recent experience working with 4 or 5 year olds within a registered childcare setting, early learning centre or educational setting
•Knowledge of experience in early learning and child care programs
•Knowledge of early acquisition of literacy and numeracy skills
•Positive recomendation from current Supervisor
•Knowledge of Ministry of Education full-day learning and child care programs
•Ability to communicate in a sensitive, courteous manner with children, parents, staff and general public
•Understanding a commitment to confidentiality
•Basic computer and technological skills
•Ability to speak French is a definite asset
HOW TO APPLY:
• Provide a personal resume that is no longer than 2 pages in length (cover letter not required)
• Include relevant supporting educational and/or training documentation
The successful external candidate will be required to produce an original Vulnerable Sector Check (VSC) prior to the commencement of employment.
The VSC must be dated within 6 months of the start date of employment.
For further information, refer to the UGDSB's Criminal Record Check requirements.
Interviews for the Early Childhood Educator Casual Supply List will be conducted on an ongoing basis.
While we thank all applicants for their interest, we wish to advise that only those selected for an interview will be contacted.
UGDSB Equity Statement
The Upper Grand District School Board is situated on the ancestral, treaty and title lands of two Anishinaabek Ojibwe Nations:
the Michi Saagig of the Credit and the Saugeen Ojibway Nation.
This land also includes a specified tract of land granted to the Six Nations of the Grand River.
These Nations hold legal and specific rights in their respective territories.
This area has been and continues to be home for Indigenous Peoples and non-Indigenous peoples.
The UGDSB is committed to disrupting systemic racism and oppression in all of its forms.
We are committed to building a diverse staff that is reflective of and adds value to the community and students we serve.
We actively encourage applications from members of groups who have historically and/or currently experience marginalization and/or barriers to equity, including, but not limited to:
First Nations, Inuit, and Métis peoples, and all other Indigenous peoples
Persons of marginalized sexual orientations, gender identities, and gender expressions
Members of groups that commonly experience discrimination based on race, ancestry, ethnicity, colour, religion and/or spiritual beliefs, or place of origin
Persons with visible and/or invisible disabilities
We seek applicants with a wide range of abilities and we provide an accessible candidate experience.
If you need accommodation during the application or interview process, please contact our Wellness and Employee Health department at .
At UGDSB, we recognize that many of the identities listed above do not exist in a single form and are often intersecting with multiple identities, which can be complex and create unique experiences for applicants.
We value the contributions that each person brings, and are committed to creating and maintaining an environment where everyone can participate fully, thrive, and reach their full potential.
The Upper Grand District School Board is an Equal Opportunity Employer.
For more information and other employment opportunities available, please visit our website at:
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