Designated Early Childhood Educator (1.0 FTE - Permanent)

OSSTF - DECE Comp. 26-402 Closing date: 2026-09-01 @ 4:00 pm EST Designated Early Childhood Educator - Permanent Location: Joseph H. Kennedy Public School Start date: As soon as possible Vacancy Details: 1.0 (full-time, 35 hours/week) This posting is for an existing vacancy. Qualifications Registered in good standing with the College of Early Childhood Educators Responsibilities The DECE will: Collaborate with the classroom teacher and principal to plan and implement developmentally appropriate activities that reflect the Full-Day Early Learning-Kindergarten Program Co-facilitate play-based activities that allow students to demonstrate learning related to the four frames of the Full-Day Early Learning-Kindergarten Program Effectively and efficiently observe and document student learning using a variety of tools and techniques to assist the educator in the assessment of the development of students Collaborate with the classroom teacher to promote and maintain a healthy physical, emotional and social learning environment Assume other duties/responsibilities specifically related to the functions of children and the effective delivery of the Early Learning Curriculum as determined by the Principal and the Superintendent of Education Assets Thorough understanding of the Ministry of Educations Full-Day Early Learning-Kindergarten Program Thorough understanding of the developmental continuum for this age group Demonstrated appropriate behaviour management techniques with individuals, small and large groups Demonstrated positive interpersonal skills in working with students, teachers, principals, and families Demonstrated professional communication skills Demonstrated initiative, positive thinking, critical thinking, and sound decision-making skills Compensation Salary in accordance with the current OSSTF-DECE collective agreement $25.03 per hour - $33.80 per hour Interested Candidates Postings can be found on the DSB1 website at and on Apply to Education at Please apply using Apply to Education by clicking the Apply button. Applications received through any other method will not be considered. DSB1 may use Artificial Intelligence (AI) tools to assist in screening and assessing applicants, as defined under the Employment Standards Act (ESA). AI is not used to make final hiring decisions. In DSB1, final hiring decisions are made by DSB1 staff. Additional Information Internal applicants shall provide a covering letter indicating the position to which they are applying, a complete resume, a copy of their most recent performance appraisal (if applicable), a letter of support from their immediate supervisor, and a list of three references (one which must be the current supervisor). External applicants shall provide a covering letter and a complete resume, including complete information about experience, training, employment history, dates, places and addresses of previous employers, a copy of their most recent performance appraisal (if applicable), and a list of three references (one which must be a current or recent supervisor). Must provide a Criminal Background Check with vulnerable Sector Screening prior to employment. - AN EQUAL OPPORTUNITY EMPLOYER- It is the policy of District School Board Ontario North East to support fair, equitable and transparent hiring and promotion practices for all qualified employees and applicants for employment in order to attract and retain quality employees who facilitate the learning environment for our students. The procedures for the hiring and promotion of staff will be based on DSB1 Hiring Policy & Procedure 1.2.22. Accommodation Upon request, we will provide reasonable accommodations for candidates who have temporary or permanent disability, or who otherwise require accommodations based on the protected grounds highlighted in the Ontario Human Rights Code in respect to the recruitment and selection process. If you require accommodation please contact The Board thanks all applicants for their interest; however, only those selected for an interview will be contacted. This information is collected under the authority of the Education Act, and M.F.I.P.P.A. and is used to determine eligibility for employment. Jonathan Byer (Board Chair) - Lesleigh Dye (Chief Executive Officer) 2026-08-26

Collaborate with teachers and principals to plan and implement developmentally appropriate, play-based activities for the Kindergarten program. Observe and document student learning to assist in assessment and maintain a healthy learning environment.

Must be registered in good standing with the College of Early Childhood Educators. A Criminal Background Check with vulnerable Sector Screening is required prior to employment.

Relevées dans la description du poste. Confirmez les exigences importantes ci-dessus.

• Curriculum Planning
• Play-Based Learning
• Student Observation
• Student Documentation
• Behavior Management
• Interpersonal Skills
• Professional Communication
• Critical Thinking
• Decision Making
• Collaboration

• Education
• Government & Public Sector
• Social Services

Formation minimale

Diplôme professionnel

Expérience minimale

0+ ans

Postuler avant le

25 sept. 2026

Langue de l’offre

anglais

Heures de travail

35 heures par semaine

Niveau d’expérience

Entry level