What you will be doing…

The Early Childhood Educator is responsible for:

• Monitoring the children while present at the Early Childhood Learning Centre as well as planning and implementing a program for the children regarding regulations and the individual needs of the children.
• The incumbent is also responsible for working with the Early Childhood Education program to model and assist with daily routines. In addition, the incumbent is responsible for assisting in the evaluation of student teachers. Responsibilities for the program include planning, preparing and implementing experiences for children by interpreting the Early Childhood Learning Centre philosophy, goals and objectives to the students.
• It is the incumbent's responsibility to inform parents of their child's progress, to promote parent involvement and to work with other professionals who may be involved in the care and education of the child. As for the record keeping, the incumbent will be responsible for maintaining children's attendance, health, medical and assessment records as required. The incumbent is also responsible for ensuring the maintenance of the safety and sanitation of the day care facility.

Qualifications and Occupational Experience:

• The minimum educational qualification for this position is a Diploma in Early Childhood Education or equivalent. A minimum ECE Level 2 is required.
• Nova Scotia Level 3 ECE Certification would be considered an asset.
• You have a minimum of 1 year of recent and related occupational experience in a childcare setting.
• You are familiar with and comfortable using computer applications such as Microsoft Office Suite, e-mail, Microsoft Team (or any other application for video conferences).
• You are comfortable working in a digital environment; you take responsibility for acquiring knowledge about advancing technology; and you are committed to using technology in advancing your work.
• You are comfortable working in a digital environment; you take responsibility for acquiring knowledge about advancing technology, and you are committed to using technology in advancing your work.

Relevant Skills and Knowledge

• You demonstrate a commitment to inclusion, diversity, equity, accessibility and anti-racism.
• You possess excellent interpersonal skills and can interact at all levels of an organization.
• You are known for your superior customer service skills and can create a relationship of trust beyond immediate interaction.
• Your superb team working skills enable you to contribute positively to a team environment.
• You are known for your problem solving and critical thinking skills.
• You are a strong communicator.
• You possess excellent coordination skills specifically related to handling a group of children in a particular age group room, working alongside other ECEs, collaborating on planning and activities.
• You have proven record and information management skills and abilities specifically related to observation and recording of children's activities and progress.
• You demonstrate a strong commitment to excellence and an understanding of the Early Learning Curriculum Framework.
• You are dedicated to life-long learning and knowledge/experience with the Pyramid Model.

As a condition of employment for this position, successful applicants are required to provide a Vulnerable Sector Search (VSS) with Criminal Record Check (CRC) prior to starting employment. Any cost incurred in obtaining these will be at the applicant's expense. Candidates will not be discriminated against on the basis of their background check. Our practice is to assess the criminal offence against the requirements of the position; not eliminate a candidate from consideration based on any criminal offence.

We value Diversity and Inclusion

The College values diversity and inclusion and is committed to employment equity. We encourage applications from all qualified candidates including Mi'kmaq, Aboriginal/Indigenous Persons, Black/African Nova Scotians, members of racially visible communities, persons with disabilities, persons of a minority sexual orientation, gender identity and/or expression, and women. Applicants from these communities wishing to self-identify may do so by completing the online questionnaire within the application.

NSCC is organized into six campus regions and one stand-alone campus. Each region and stand-alone campus is led by a designated Principal and regional management team which supports NSCC's commitment to accessible, high-quality education across the province.

• Eastern Region: Includes Pictou Campus, Strait Area Campus, and Wagmatcook Learning Centre
• Northern Region: Includes Truro Campus, Cumberland Campus, and Amherst Learning Centre
• Metro Region: Includes Akerley Campus and IT Campus
• Southwest Region: Includes Lunenburg, Shelburne, Burridge Campuses, and Digby Learning Centre
• Valley Region: Includes Kingstec Campus, Annapolis Valley Campus, and the Centre of Geographic Sciences (COGS)
• Sydney Waterfront and eCampus Region: Includes Sydney Waterfront Campus and eCampus

Stand-Alone Campus:

• Ivany Campus

Candidates selected for interviews will be expected to provide at least three recent, occupational references. The successful candidate will be expected to provide official transcripts to show proof of academic achievements.

NSCC is committed to the full inclusion of all applicants. As part of this commitment, NSCC will ensure that applicants are provided reasonable accommodations, as required. If accommodation is needed to participate in the job application process, please contact Nikki Berrigan, HR & Talent Consultant at [email protected]. Our Employee Workplace Accommodation Policy can be found here.

Unfortunately, we cannot accept late or paper applications.