Orchard Park Co-Operative Nursery School - Registered Early Childhood Educator

ORCHARD PARK CO-OPERATIVE NURSERY SCHOOL - REGISTERED EARLY CHILDHOOD EDUCATOR

Position Type:
Registered Early Childhood Educator

Orchard Park is a non-profit, Parent Cooperative Nursery School that offers half day programming for children who are 2 to 5 years of age. It has been in the Orchard Park area for over 50 years. The Early Childhood Educator works under the direction of the Executive Director and a Parent Executive Board. The ideal candidate will be primarily responsible for the planning and delivery of inclusive, play-based learning and care programs for children.

Educators are responsible for promoting the well-being and holistic development of the children in their care.

Early Childhood Education Diploma

Proof of membership in the College of Early Childhood Educators

Minimum 2 years’ experience preferred

Experience working with children with exceptionalities preferred

Experience working with a parent board would be an asset

Standard First Aid with Infant/Child CPR - Level (C) certification

Ability to demonstrate and maintain a successful Criminal Reference Check with Vulnerable Sector Screening

Meet vaccination requirements outlined in the Child Care and Early Years Act

Excellent communication and interpersonal skills

Ability to work effectively as a member of a teaching team

Highly knowledgeable in child development

Knowledge and experience in working with Children with exceptionalities

Strong working knowledge of the Child Care and Early Years Act and related regulations, inquiry-based learning, inclusive practises, and the Ministry of Education document - "How Does Learning Happen?"

Strong working knowledge in social/emotional development as well as behaviour regulation

Plan and implement a quality childcare program, within a warm and nurturing learning environment for toddlers and preschoolers.

Supervision of children ensuring a safe environment

Communicate daily with parents in an open and supportive manner

Maintain a positive and consistent approach toward guiding children’s success, consistent with the Orchard Park’s philosophy

Demonstrate sound knowledge of Orchard Park’s Program Statement

Maintain professionalism, confidentiality, and courtesy at all times

If you are interested in this exciting employment opportunity and are a qualified candidate, we invite you to submit your resume and cover letter to:  at your earliest convenience

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Application for RECE

This position has an intended start date of 1st of October , 2025 and applications will be reviewed as they are received.