Early Childhood Educator

Competencies/Responsibilities required:

• Demonstrate respectful and professional behavior
• Strong interpersonal skills to initiate and maintain contact with many educational partners and to collaborate with other staff regarding program development and plans
• The ability to address conflicts or challenges with the children and co-workers
• The ability to maintain and promote confidentiality
• An awareness of developmentally appropriate practices, child-centred, and play-based practices as outlined in the Nova Scotia Early Learning Curriculum Framework
• The ability to work with a diversity of developmental needs and create an inclusive, individually appropriate environment
• The desire and ability to engage in continuing education and professional development (at least 30 hours every 3 years)
• Level 1, 2, or 3 Classification through the Department of Education and Early Childhood Development
• Support the observation, authentic assessment and documentation of the children’s developmental progress by completing semi-annual progress reports
• Assist children in personal care growth areas such as toileting, feeding and hygiene
• Maintain proper classroom behavior guidance according to the centre’s behavior guidance policy; create Routine Based Plans as needed
• Input information for parents regarding their child’s day on the HiMama app
• Be familiar with the policies and procedures set out in the Parent Policy Manual
• Adhere to Licensing requirements set out by the Province of Nova Scotia
• Provide First Aid or contact medical help in case of emergencies
• Complete paperwork as needed (ie. daily logbook, program sheets, cleaning logs, etc)
• Administer medication as needed
• Document reportable incidents the same day that the incident occurs. Report must be viewed and signed by the director and parents involved.
• Assist in regular cleaning of toys and equipment
• Attend regular staff meetings and centre-wide activities
• Encourage parent involvement in the program
• Other duties as required