SDES Early Childhood Educator 5.00

Annapolis Valley Regional Centre for EducationSomerset District Elementary SchoolEarly Childhood Educator - Part Year (195 days per year) 5.00 hours per dayClosing date for applications: October 17 2025 at MidnightStarting Wages:Early Childhood Educator 1 - Fully Qualified - $25.23 per hourEarly Childhood Educator 2 - Partially Qualified - $16.88 per hourTerms and conditions of employment including wages are in accordance with the Nova Scotia Government and General Employees Union (NSGEU) Local 73 Bargaining Unit located at Reporting to the School Principal the Early Childhood Educator (ECE) will collaboratively work with and support the Lead Early Childhood Educator (LECE) within the Pre-primary Program Team to ensure a supportive and secure environment for young children attending the Pre-primary Program. The ECE will work collaboratively with theLECE and support them to create and maintain an engaging learning environment one in which children are encouraged to explore and create new knowledge through their experiences and social interactions with others. The ECE will support the use of evidenced-based practices and professional judgement to ensure the environment is focused on the holistic development and overall well-being of the children. Working cooperatively with the LECE the ECE will be responsible to support the implementation of the Pre-primary Program using the Nova Scotia Early Learning Curriculum Framework. The ECE will be an active member of the school team and will work cooperatively with the LECE to support the consistent delivery and assessment of a high-quality early learning experience for children attending the Pre-primary Program.REQUIREMENTS FOR THE EARLY CHILDHOOD EDUCATOR The Early Childhood Educator (ECE) will require a Diploma in Early Childhood Education and a minimum of three years of recent experience working with preschool aged of educational qualifications must be included with your application.In-depth understanding of child growth and development and demonstrated knowledge and experience using a play-based pedagogy and child-centered developmentally appropriate practices.Able to translate theory and best practices into action in early childhood settings.Experience with developmentally appropriate observation documentation and authentic assessment strategies.Experience working with children and families with diverse cultural backgrounds experiences and developmental needs.Able to create inclusive and responsive early learning environments that support the diverse and special needs of all children.Strong interpersonal and communication skills.Computer skills suitable for report writing and internet research/applications.Valid Standard First Aid.Valid Food Handlers Course.Successful completion of the Criminal Record and Child Abuse Registry Checks.Applications will be considered:First in accordance withthe Nova Scotia Government and General Employees Union (NSGEU) Local 73 Bargaining Unit.Second to applicants who self-identify and are members of the identified peoples in accordance with AVRCEs Employment Equity.Third if there are no successful candidates from the Employment Equity applicant pool then other external candidates will be considered for this position.We thank all applicants for their interest however only those selected for an interview will be contacted. Key Skills Early Childhood Education,Algebra,Classroom Experience,Lesson Planning,Special Education,Adult Education,Special Needs,Calculus,Teaching,Geometry,Experience with Children,Public Speaking Employment Type : Hourly Experience: years Vacancy: 1