Mount Saint Vincent University is strongly committed to fostering diversity and inclusion within our community and encourages applications from all qualified candidates including women, persons of any sexual orientations and gender identities and/or expressions, Indigenous persons, African Canadians, other racialized groups, persons with disabilities, and other groups that would contribute to the diversification of our campus. Candidates who identify as being from any of these groups are encouraged to voluntarily self-identify in their application materials. All qualified candidates are welcome to apply; however, priority will be given to Canadian citizens and permanent residents.
The Child Study Centre at Mount Saint Vincent University invites applications for the position of Early Childhood Education Support Staff.
Reporting to the Director of the Child Study Centre the Early Childhood Education Support Staff provides programming support for all children at the Centre however the educator will be working primarily with children aged 18 months to three years of age as part of a three-educator team. This position may be of particular interest to a candidate who has considered emergent curriculum and documentation of learning with very young children.
The successful candidate will be a trained Early Childhood Educator with a level 1 certification or above. The Support Staff has experience working with children who require extra supports and have the ability to work as part of a teaching team. They will also be familiar with research methods and observing and recording techniques. They will be familiar with the Nova Scotia Early Learning Curriculum Framework and have experience working with children using an emergent curriculum approach. They will have effective written and verbal communication skills. The candidate will demonstrate a genuine appreciation for children and their abilities. Experience with pedagogical documentation would be an asset. The candidate must be able to work as part of a team of educators and to work cooperatively and sensitively with families. First Aid and CPR certification is also required. The successful candidate will be required to undergo a Child Abuse Registry check and Criminal Records check. Candidates should be proficient in the use of Microsoft Office Suite.
Classification: 1 Year, Full-Time Term Contract Position
Starting Salary: Based on ECE Wage Rates
Start Date: April 1, 2025 to March 31, 2026
Application Process
If you require an accommodation at any time during the application process, please let us know. Applications should include a cover letter and resume. This competition closes on March 12, 2025.
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