Early Childhood Educator (Level 3)- Full Time

About the role

The Paperny Family JCC is a vibrant non-profit recreation center dedicated to providing social, educational, recreational, and cultural programming to individuals and families of all ages, stages, and backgrounds. We are committed to fostering a welcoming environment where community members can learn, grow, and connect. We are seeking enthusiastic and dedicated, full-time Early Childhood Educators to join our team. In this role, you will support the development and well-being of young children by creating engaging learning environments and assisting with daily activities. This position offers flexible scheduling to accommodate your availability while making a meaningful impact on our community’s youngest members.

Responsibilities

• Assist in planning and implementing age-appropriate activities that promote social, emotional, cognitive, and physical development
• Support classroom management and ensure a safe, inclusive environment for all children
• Engage children through play, storytelling, arts and crafts, and educational exercises
• Collaborate with team members to monitor children’s progress and address individual needs
• Maintain cleanliness and organization of classroom materials and equipment
• Communicate effectively with parents or guardians regarding children’s activities and well-being
• Follow all safety protocols and licensing regulations related to early childhood education

Skills

• Experience working with children in educational or childcare settings
• Knowledge of early childhood education principles and child development best practices
• Ability to work effectively with individuals with disabilities or special needs
• Strong communication skills for engaging with children, families, and team members
• Excellent organizational skills to manage classroom activities and schedules
• Computer literacy for documentation, record keeping, and communication purposes
• Leadership qualities with the ability to guide children through learning experiences
• Time management skills to handle multiple responsibilities efficiently
• Writing skills for maintaining accurate records and reports

Qualifications

• Secondary School (preferred)
• Level 3 Early Childhood Educator (required)

Benefits

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

Pay

$18 to $19 per hour

Schedule

Flexible scheduling to accommodate your availability.