Early Childhood Educator

   Educator, Early Childhood Education CentreFull-time, Fixed-term2026 - 2027 Crofton House School offers a girl-centred learning environment for students from Junior Kindergarten to Grade 12. Here, students are motivated to strive for their best selves, embracing academic challenge and diverse experiences, guided by staff who know them and believe in them.Crofton House School fosters a strong sense of community among educators, staff, students, and families. Here, everyone can contribute to the strength of our school– including you. We offer extensive professional development opportunities, competitive compensation and a comprehensive benefits package. Our 10-acre campus provides modern facilities, as well as beautiful outdoor spaces and a daily connection to nature. Crofton House School is seeking an exceptional early childhood educator to work with teachers in our Junior Kindergarten program. You will be part of a collaborative teaching team supporting the positive growth and development of young girls in the Crofton House School Early Childhood Education Centre. Fulfil your vision as an early childhood educator by joining this dynamic school community with motivated students, inspirational colleagues and supportive parents along with abundant resources and enriching professional development opportunities. Our play-based approach to teaching and learning is guided and enhanced by the principles of a student-centred, collaborative and inquiry-based focus to deepen learning for young students. This is a one year opportunity to cover a maternity leave.Hours: 8:30 - 4:30 pm daily.Responsibilities:●      Work collaboratively as part of a dynamic team of early childhood educators●      Co-teach the Junior Kindergarten program in a team-based approach●      Supporting the planning of dynamic and interactive lessons in partnership with the classroom teacher●      Support ECE students in a variety of activities that support a play-based approach to learning●      Seek opportunities to embrace the outdoors to support student learning●      Support students in daily physical education●      Enhance the experience of diverse learners●      Support student learning with small group and individual instruction●      Assist students during non-instruction times (transitions, lunchtime, outdoor play)●      Gather documentation and assessment of young learners●      Establish a strong parent partnership●      Support our after-school care programs●      Participate in an extensive co-curricular program, as needed●      Collaborate with a team of dedicated professionals who embrace school values of courage, creativity, and citizenship Qualifications:●      Early Childhood Educator Diploma or degree●      Demonstrated experience as an early childhood educator●      Experience with VCH licensing requirements and procedures an asset●      Deep understanding of the power of play to support the growth of young learners●      Experience using the outdoors as a meaningful environment for learning●      Proven ability to work collaboratively●      Capacity to be creative, flexible, and patient●      Strong communication skills●      Dedicated attention to the care and safety of young children●      Commitment to the integration of school routines and learning in a childcare setting●      Highly organised with attention to detail