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1.0 DESIGNATED EARLY CHILDHOOD EDUCATOR

July 13, 2026

COMPETITION #26-110
Permanent Full-Time Position
32.5 hours per week
St. Patrick School, Kapuskasing
Effective August 31, 2026
Certified Rate: $24.14-$31.61/hour - Uncertified Rate: $22.31/hour

The NCDSB Early Childhood Educators are school based professionals who collaborate with Kindergarten teachers to plan and deliver high quality early years programming that promotes each child's physical, cognitive, language, emotional, social and creative development and well-being. In Kindergarten classrooms, a teacher and an early childhood educator (ECE) share the responsibility to work together to plan and implement a developmentally appropriate educational program for Kindergarten aged children.

QUALIFICATIONS

•  Two-year ECE Diploma and proof of registration with the College of Early Childhood Educators;
•    Minimum of 1 to 3 years childcare experience in a childcare or educational setting;
• Knowledge of Ministry of Education full day early learning program and related legislation;
• Proven ability, experience and skill in working as a member of a team;
•  Proven ability to communicate in a sensitive, courteous manner with children, parents, staff and the public;
•  Proven commitment to maintaining confidentiality;
• Proven ability to effectively manage classroom behavioural concerns, and emergency situations;
• Experience planning and implementing emergent curriculum, play-based and child-driven environments;
• Basic computer skills, strong organization and time management skills and ability to meet deadlines;
• Ability to stand/walk for extended periods and move/carry equipment for program, and must be able to physically assist children as required (e.g. lifting);
•  Ability to communicate fluently in English and French; and
•  A Catholic Pastoral reference is required.  

The names of three professional references are required, including current immediate supervisors.

To apply, please visit the Board website, click on 'Careers', click on the posting of interest, and then click on the green "Apply" button on the right hand side. If you do not already have an account, you will need to create one in order to apply for a position. All applications should be submitted on the Apply to Education portal no later than July 22,2026 @ 12 PM.

We wish to thank all applicants, however,
only those selected for an interview will be contacted.

We are an equal opportunity employer. Candidates requiring accommodation
in accordance with the Ontario Human Rights Code are asked to contact [email protected]

Glenn Sheculski, Chair of the Board
Tricia Stefanic Weltz, Director of Education