Registered Early Childhood Educator

Registered Early Childhood Educator 

Relief

 

What We Do

The South-East Ottawa Community Health Centre (SEOCHC) is a community-based organization that has provided integrated, interdisciplinary team-based care for over 40 years. Our mission is to make a positive difference in the lives of people who face inequities – by providing accessible community health and social services.  We look to bring people together with the resources, expertise and services they need so that we can do our part to build a healthy, thriving community. At the heart of our delivery model are our shared commitment to equity and social justice, whole person health, community collaboration, heart driven integrity and evidence informed excellence.

 

Our talented, passionate team at SEOCHC makes a real and tangible impact on the lives of the residents of our community. We collaborate to deliver best-in-class services and care, and we’re looking for a Registered Early Childhood Educator to join us in our mission.

 

ROLE OVERVIEW

Job Summary

The Relief Registered Early Childhood Educator (RECE) provides coverage during the absence of core staff to ensure the safe, effective, and consistent delivery of EarlyON programs. The RECE maintains program continuity by facilitating play-based learning experiences, supporting children and families, maintaining a welcoming and safe environment, completing required documentation, and collaborating with team members and community partners.

 

POSITION RESPONSIBILITIES

Provide Program Coverage - Deliver EarlyON programs and maintain service continuity during staff absences, ensuring programs operate safely and effectively

 

Facilitate Child-Centred Learning Experiences - Lead and support play-based activities that promote children's learning, development, and well-being.

 

Support Families and Caregivers - Build positive relationships with participants, provide information on child development, and connect families with community resources as appropriate.

Maintain a Safe and Welcoming Environment - Set up and clean program spaces, monitor safety, sanitize equipment, and ensure compliance with health and safety requirements.

 

Complete Administrative and Team Functions - Maintain attendance and program records, support data collection and evaluation activities, and collaborate with colleagues to meet program needs.

 

WHAT YOU BRING

• Post-Secondary education in Early Childhood Education, Bachelor of Early Learning and Community Development, or equivalent.
• 1-2 years of related experience in early childhood education, EarlyON, child care, or family support programs, with demonstrated ability to facilitate play-based programming and engage children and families effectively.

• Registration in good standing with College of Early Childhood Educators

• Knowledge of child development and play-based early learning. Including "How does learning happen"
• Knowledge of community resources and services available to support children and families.
• Ability to work independently with minimal supervision while exercising sound judgment and initiative.
  
• Additional Language Capacity, an asset. French, Somali, Arabic, or Farsi.

Other Requirements

• Current and satisfactory Vulnerable Sector Check
• Standard First Aid & CPR/AED Level C

Salary

$27.81/hr - $32.70/hr +4% in lieu of benefits

 

What we Offer 

 

• Opportunities for professional development.
• The Centre participates in the Healthcare of Ontario (HOOPP) pension plan.

 

Additional Information

For more information on our Centre visit www.seochc.on.ca.

 

Please apply directly at: Registered Early Childhood Educator with your resume and a cover letter. This posting is for an existing position / a new role in our organization.

 

Artificial Intelligence will not be used to screen, assess or select applicants for this position. Thank you for your time and interest, however, please note that only applicants selected for an interview will be contacted.

 

The Centre is committed to employment equity. SEOCHC will provide accommodation for applicants with disabilities in its recruitment process. If at any stage in the selection process you require accommodation due to disability, please let us know the nature of the required accommodation.

 

We strongly encourage applications from individuals who reflect the diversity of the communities we serve, including but not limited to Indigenous Peoples, racialized persons, members of the 2SLGBTQIA+ community, persons with disabilities, and others with lived experience of systemic barriers to equity.