Role overview

Waabogonee Early ON Child & Family Centre

Registered Early Childhood Educator

1 Term Vacancy - Pending Funding

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As part of the Waabogonee Early ON Child & Family Centre team, the Registered Early Childhood Educator’s primary responsibility is to provide a range of direct services and programming to children (ages 0-6) and their families with the following objectives: cultural development and retention, child development and nutrition, parenting skills and community development. The RECE will develop opportunities that support the emotional, physical, cognitive and social needs of children and their families.

QUALIFICATIONS:

Preferred diploma in Early Childhood Education (ECE/RECE) and/or equivalent experience; must be registered and a member in good standing with the College of Early Childhood
Knowledge of the ECE Code of Ethics and the Child Care and Early Years Act,
Knowledge of child development theories and practices, emerging trends in early childhood education, determinants of health, and supportive, preventative
Ability to effectively interact and relate to children and their families.
Knowledge of relevant legislation, policies and
Ability to lift / carry and supervise children.
Knowledge of Indigenous culture and experience working with Indigenous persons; understanding of the northern cultural environment; knowledge of an Indigenous language(s) will be considered an
Ability to engage people to build trust and rapport; effective verbal and listening communication
Demonstrated ability to work co-operatively and negotiate effectively with a range of community groups and service providers across sectors.
Proficiency in Microsoft Office including database
Excellent case and file management skills, stress management and time management
Group facilitation, team building and decision making skills; ability to problem
Effective crisis intervention skills.
Ability to work flexible hours, possibly evenings and/or
Current First Aid / CPR Certificate and Safe Food Handling certification is an
A clear criminal reference check (CPIC) and Vulnerable Sector Clearance is a condition of
Must have a valid driver’s license and reliable transportation. Will require a valid Drivers Abstract upon

Submission Date: Tuesday July 28, 2026

Salary: $30.22 / hour

Please submit resume with three (3) references to the attention of the

Hiring Committee

Thunder Bay Indigenous Friendship Centre

401 Cumberland Street North Thunder Bay, Ontario P7A 4P7

Email: careers@tbifc.ca or Fax: (807) 344-8945

For a complete job description, please visit our website http://tbifc.ca/get-involved/

The Thunder Bay Indigenous Friendship Centre is an equal opportunity employer.

Reasonable accommodations are available upon request for all parts of the recruitment process.

Miigwetch to all who apply, however only those applicants selected for an interview will be contacted.