Description
Early Childhood Educator (ECE)
Part Time Position - 88% FTE (Monday to Friday, 11:00 am - 6:00 pm)
Start Date: September 2024
Who We Are
Located on 10 beautiful acres in the heart of Olde Oakville, St. Mildred’s-Lightbourn School (SMLS) is a premier independent school for girls from JK through to Grade 12. Our mission is to engage each girl in a personalized, real-world learning experience where she explores her unique pathways within a nurturing community.
An Opportunity to Join SMLS
Role Overview
To support our vision of empowered young women challenging and transforming the world, the Early Childhood Educator will hold a multifaceted role, supporting our Kindergarten classes and Extended Day program (JK to MS6). In this dynamic role, you will be responsible for working with the Kindergarten team and the specialist teachers to facilitate student programming, including the Afternoon Extended Day Program. The successful candidate will work collaboratively with the Principal, Junior School, Vice Principal, Junior School, and Junior School teaching team, and will be responsible for the development and delivery of creative and innovative inquiry based programming inspired by the Reggio Emilia approach, while meeting the individual needs of all students in the classroom and in the Extended Day Program.
Position Details
Department: Junior School
Education: Post Secondary Education in Early Childhood Education
Registered with College of Early Childhood Educators
Experience: 1-3 + years’ experience teaching in Early Years (JK/SK)
Experience in Reggio (asset)
Experience in a non-profit setting (asset)
Experience in an Independent School (asset)
Working Conditions: School/Office Environment, Mac, Google
Responsibilities
Support Kindergarten classroom programming
Collaborate with other faculty and staff members to plan and implement engaging and enriching activities for students during extended day hours
Assist with extended day program, including supervising students during after-school activities and providing academic support as needed.
Ensure the safe and nurturing environment for all students under care
Your Strengths
Above all else, the successful incumbent is a champion for girls’ education. They are also:
An enthusiastic, articulate, and creative individual who communicates with ease and confidence.
Confident with engaging in innovative and differentiated learning that is student centered.
A critical thinker who demonstrates initiative, integrity and attention to detail.
A team player who enjoys being part of a vibrant, collaborative community and contributes positively to all areas of the school.
Able to recognize and support different learners to thrive and prosper.
An educator who never stops learning and continually seeks best practices in girls’ education.
Knowledge, Skills & Experience
Experience with supporting innovative inquiry-based programming that challenges students with a variety of learning styles, interests and strengths.
Exemplary communication and collaboration skills with the proven ability to develop relationships and a caring rapport with students and their families, and with colleagues.
Why Join SMLS?
Our work is meaningful and important. As a school, we support each student’s interests, talents, learning needs and strengths. Through our world-class facility, Signature Programs, expertise in girls’ education, and dedication to personalization, our students become lifelong learners equipped to achieve excellence in whatever path they choose.
When you join SMLS, you join a fun and supportive community!
Our employees enjoy competitive compensation packages and may be eligible for some of the following benefits:
Health, vision, and dental care
Life insurance, AD&D insurance, and Long Term Disability insurance
Employee & Family Assistance Program (EFAP)
Mental health & wellbeing resources
Ontario Teachers’ Pension Plan / RRSP program with up to 5% employer match
A healthy lunch program during the school year
On-site fitness facilities
On-site parking
Time off during Winter Break and March Break
Summer hours and extra long weekends in line with the school calendar
OUR VISION
Young women empowered to challenge and transform the world.
OUR MISSION
To engage each girl in a personalized, real-world learning experience where she explores her unique pathways within a nurturing community.
If you are interested in an opportunity to join our school, please apply online at https://smls.simplication.com
We appreciate and thank all applicants for your interest in SMLS, however, only those candidates invited for an interview will be contacted.
SMLS is an equal opportunity employer and we accommodate any needs under the Accessibility for Ontarians with Disabilities Act and the Ontario Human Rights Code. We value diversity and are committed to creating an inclusive environment within our community.
Please contact Human Resources with any requirements or questions.
