Early Childhood Assistant- Entry level or above. - Jobs in Kentville, NS

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Do you Enjoy getting messy and cleaning upDo you value mother nature and all types of weatherAre you a hands-on learner and enjoy helping children learn alongside youLittle Pumpkins Inc- Early Learning Centre is seeking an ECE superhero to add to our amazing team of educators. We are looking for a an assistant early childhood educator. Position includes Full time hours (9hrs with 1 hr break) Monday to Friday with the potential to renew after in a different position. OR part time, Monday, Wednesday and Fridays, full days.Your duties as a Early Childhood Education assistant:- Complete Entry Level training through NS Early childhood department.· Daily Class activity programming (science, sensory, social emotional, responsibility, confidence, independence, etc)· Facilitating outings, following safety policies· Classroom Routine· Maintaining classroom supplies· Making Messes and Tidying· Follow NS COVID-19 public health recommendations for child care· Follow day-to-day licensing requirements and center policies of best practice· Positive Behaviour guidance is followed· Model and lead by example for the children· Use the program/App HiMaMa to send updates and record keeping dailyWe are a Reggio Emilia philosophy center and love to get messy and have fun indoor and out. Our center is located close to downtown Kentville, Nova Scotia, close to accommodations, cafes, shops and parks.We go on adventures exploring natures playgrounds around us, getting outside and getting messy are part of our day-to-day fun.An ideal candidate will demonstrate a positive attitude, self-starter, motivated and outside the box thinker. You enjoy learning and always striving for self-improvement professionally and personally. Your friends and family describe you as always doing things and always on the go. When you do not know how to do solve a problem, you ask for help from those around you, working together as a team to solve it.We practice extending learning through play; you will need to think on your toes, be able to create and extend learning opportunities as they arise and plan for future activities based on the interests observed in the classroom.Requirements:Completed Entry Level or Level1-3 in concordance with NS classification services (let us know at what stage you are in the classification application process if not yet approved). 2+ Experience an asset.Be aware and understand NS regulations for Early childhood Centers in practice or willing to learn - we recommend reading the document available online through the Early Childhood department and asking questions.Required: Please let us know if you require a new document and we will assist.< 2 years - Criminal record check completed< 2 years - Child Abuse registry (in Nova Scotia) completed< 2 years - CPR-C (Infant and child)Other certifications are considered a commodity.Please send your resume and cover letter; quoting Its Pumpkins Season as the fall position reference.Visit our website to find out more about us; www.littlepumpkins.ca and www.kentvilleafterschool.ca (second location)Please do not hesitate to reach out with any questions.We look forward to hearing from you.Job Types: Full-time, Part-timePart-time hours: 40 per weekSalary: $14.50-$19.00 per hourBenefits:

• Casual dress
• Dental care
• Disability insurance
• Extended health care
• Life insurance
• On-site childcare
• On-site parking
• Paid time off
• Vision care

Schedule:

• 4 hour shift
• 8 hour shift
• Day shift
• Monday to Friday
• No weekends

COVID-19 considerations:We follow the up to date Public health Protocols for Licenced Child Care in Nova Scotia.Masks are a personal choice unless you are feeling unwell, masks and sanitizer are provided in and out of every classroom and front entrance.Ability to commute/relocate:

• Kentville, NS B4N 2P9: reliably commute or plan to relocate before starting work (required)

Education:

• Secondary School (preferred)

Experience:

• Early childhood education: 2 years (preferred)

Licence/Certification:

• Child Abuse Registry Letter for Nova Scotia (< 2 yrs old) (preferred)
• Criminal Record Check (< 2 yrs old) (preferred)
• First Aid Certification (preferred)
• Early Childhood Education Certificate or Diploma (preferred)

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