Role overview

OSSTF - Education Workers

1.0 Permanent Early Childhood Educator

Phelps Central School

Effective September 2, 2026 to June 30, 2027or until the earlier return of the employee

The Near North District School Board recognizes the importance of providing an enriched learning environment to enhance childrens social-emotional, cognitive and physical development in preparation for lifelong learning. The Early Learning Program will be working in partnership with school administration, teachers, parents, other early childhood educators, educational support staff and special education to facilitate the learning of children in the school environment and support the extension of learning into the childs home.

Qualifications:

Two-year Early Childhood Education Diploma with related experience in an early learning environment and preferably within an educational setting
Proof of registration and in good standing with The College of Early Childhood Educators
Strong ability to communicate effectively and in a sensitive and courteous manner with children, teachers, staff, parents and community members
Demonstrated experience in successfully designing, preparing and implementing early learning curriculum
Proven ability to thrive in a team environment
Proficiency in computer applications (word processing, e-mail and internet)
Strong organizational and time-management skills

Summary of Duties:

Design, prepare and implement an early learning environment and enriched curriculum that addresses childrens development, abilities, special talents, interest, style and pace of learning in conjunction with the Kindergarten Teacher
Provide an inclusive learning environment that reflects the diversity of the school and community
Collaborate with kindergarten teachers, other early childhood educators and parents to plan and implement the Early Learning Program Curriculum
Work in collaboration with the Early Learning Program team to ensure ongoing tracking of child progress via journals, observations, assessment tools and student portfolios
Participate in team and parent communications and meetings as required
Provide a welcoming, safe and positive environment that recognizes and respects differences in children

Rate of Pay: $26.80 to $33.81 per hour

Please ensure your have uploaded your applicable Educational Diploma(s) and/or Degree(s) to your Apply to Education Portfolio and indicate your RECE number on your Resume

All applicants must be legally eligible to work in Canada

The Near North District School Board is committed to supporting an inclusive and accessible environment. Accessibility standards address issues that pose major barriers for people with disabilities (i.e. physical barrier, information or communication barrier, etc.). Please ask us how we may help you by contacting:

Human Resources Department, Near North District School Board

963 Airport Road, PO Box 3110 North Bay, ON P1B 8H1

Phone (705) 472-7015 ext. 5068 - Fax (705) 472-5412