CASUAL EARLY CHILDHOOD EDUCATOR (ECE)

Job Code: 25EAECE04

EA/SPA/ECE

CAREER OPPORTUNITY:

CASUAL EARLY CHILDHOOD EDUCATOR (ECE)

ABOUT THE UPPER GRAND DISTRICT SCHOOL BOARD (UGDSB)

The UGDSB employs a team of approximately 4,000 dedicated staff who serve more than 35,000 students attending a variety of programs across 65 elementary and 11 secondary schools as well as continuing education and adult learning centres in the counties of Dufferin, Wellington, and the City of Guelph. The UGDSB covers the ancestral and treaty lands of the Mississaugas of the Credit, the Six Nations of the Grand River, and Saugeen Ojibway Nation.

The UGDSB is committed to supporting student achievement and well-being through our team of dedicated staff and strong learning communities, always striving to meet the diverse needs of our students. Our employees are empowered to contribute in meaningful ways to the success of our students and the greater organization.

THE OPPORTUNITY

The UGDSB is seeking a dynamic individual to join our team as a Casual Early Childhood Educator (ECE) . This opening is specifically for a position on our ECE Supply List. This is a 10-month position (September to June) to start as soon as possible.

In this role, you will be responsible for providing temporary and/or short-term coverage for ECE employee absences on an as-needed basis in both elementary and secondary English and French Immersion Programs.

Location:

All geographical areas of the Board with flexibility to choose specific areas within the Board's geographical regions, including North Wellington, Centre Wellington, East Wellington, Guelph, Orangeville, Dufferin County, and Shelburne.

Hours of work/FTE

As this is a casual position, there is no guaranteed number of hours per week. However, a casual employee with full availability could work full-time (1.0 FTE; 32.5 hours per week) depending on need.

As a member of the ECE Supply List, you will have the opportunity to apply for vacant permanent or temporary positions as they arise, with possible consideration over external applicants.

Rate of Pay / Salary Range:

$29.92 per hour; wage rate effective September 1, 2024, plus applicable vacation pay, in accordance with Employment Standards Act

Board Information:

10 months; casual; ESSP-DECE Union

Reporting to the Principal, the ECE will be part of the Early Learning team.

Responsibilities:

• Collaborate with the classroom teacher to implement a full-day early learning program within a classroom setting which will enhance children's cognitive, physical, social, and emotional development.
• Share responsibilities with other educators for instruction, assessment, and supervision as well as communication with families and school teams.
• Establish and maintain collaborative relationships with other community services providers working with children.
• Provide supervision and age-appropriate (learning) programming for groups of students as part of the extended day program as required.
• Perform other duties as assigned.

Experience and Qualifications:

Preference will be given to candidates who have the following qualifications:

• 2 year College Diploma in Early Childhood Education
• Registration with the Ontario College of Early Childhood Educators is required
• Minimum 6 months of recent experience working with 4 or 5 year olds within a registered childcare setting, early learning centre or educational setting
• Knowledge of and experience in early learning and childcare programs
• Knowledge of the early acquisition of literacy and numeracy skills
• Knowledge of Ministry of Education full-day early learning program
• Ability to communicate in a sensitive, courteous manner with children, parents, staff and general public
• Understanding a commitment to confidentiality
• Basic computer and technological skills
• Ability to speak French is a definite asset
• Access to a reliable method of transportation and ability to attend specific schools.

APPLICATION DETAILS

• Submit application via Apply to Education site –   https://ugdsb.simplication.com/
• Provide a personal resume that is no longer than 2 pages in length (cover letter not required)
• Include relevant supporting educational and/or training documentation.

Please note: An original Vulnerable Sector Check (VSC) must be provided prior to the commencement of employment (if the successful candidate is external). The VSC must be dated within 6 months of the start date of employment. For further information, refer to the UGDSB's Criminal Record Check for requirements.

INCLUSIVE RECRUITMENT & HIRING

Employment Equity

The UGDSB is committed to disrupting systemic racism and oppression in all of its forms. We are committed to building a diverse staff that is reflective of and adds value to the community and students we serve. We actively encourage applications from members of groups who have historically and/or currently experience marginalization and/or barriers to equity, including, but not limited to:

• First Nations, Inuit, and Métis peoples, and all other Indigenous peoples
• Persons of marginalized sexual orientations, gender identities, and gender expressions
• Members of groups that commonly experience discrimination based on race, ancestry, ethnicity, colour, religion and/or spiritual beliefs, or place of origin.
• Persons with visible and/or invisible disabilities

At UGDSB, we recognize that many of the identities listed above do not exist in a single form and are often intersecting, creating complex and unique experiences for applicants. We value the contributions that each person brings and are committed to creating and maintaining an environment where everyone can participate fully, thrive, and reach their full potential. Please visit Safe, Equitable and Inclusive Schools to find out more about equity, diversity and inclusion at the UGDSB.

Accommodation & Accessibility

We seek applicants with a wide range of abilities, and we provide an accessible candidate experience. If you require accommodation at any phase of the recruitment process, please contact wellness@ugdsb.on.ca.

24-Mar-25