ECE - The Montessori Country School ML

Job Description

Job Description

Job Description

Salary:

THE ORGANIZATION

The Montessori Country School is located in Milton, Halton Region, Ontario, Canada, and is a fully-licensed childcare centre, registered private school and accredited Montessori school, which provides programs for children ages 3 years to 9 years of age. Through the Montessori Country School Milton, children receive care designed to help them develop their academic, emotional and social skills, and grow the foundations they will need to succeed in life. Our vision is to make every customer experience easy, efficient and enjoyable.

THE ROLE

The ECE is responsible providing classroom support as required, by educating, stimulating, influencing and caring for the children. Their principle responsibilities include: maintaining a high quality environment, assessing, observing and caring for the individual needs of every child, educating students in accordance to the designated curriculum model for their age group, maintaining open and honest lines of communication between parents and team members and always exemplifying professionalism.

SUCCESS

The successful candidate can adapt to the specific needs of the classroom in support of the lead teacher(s). This person will assist with: curriculum planning, classroom organization, behavioral needs of the children, and planning and preparation of daily activities. The candidate will ensure they foster a nurturing learning environment where the children can grow and excel.

EDUCATION & QUALIFICATIONS

• Up-to-date First Aid and CPR
• Up-to-date Immunization and 2-tiered TB test
• Montessori experience is an asset but not required
• Passion for working with students ages 18 months through 12 years
• Well-developed interpersonal, and relationship building skills; ability to establish rapport with students and staff
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills
• Must be able to work outdoors for at least 2 hours daily year-round; may be exposed to heat, humidity or cold.
• Other duties as assigned
• Criminal Reference Check (current within 6 months of start date) Job offers are contingent upon the successful completion of a Police Records Check. Within the first four months and every three years thereafter, a Vulnerable Police Records Check is required

DUTIES & RESPONSIBILITIES

• Support classroom needs by providing optimal physical, cognitive, social and emotional wellbeing of the student in her/his care.
• Provides quality care to all students in a licensed educational environment (licensed under CCEYA and OFIS).
• Works cooperatively as a team member, encourages others to do likewise and consistently maintains a positive attitude.
• Takes initiative in completing tasks without direction
• Directs and participates with students in all planned activities.
• Effectively supervises students on all scheduled school walks, field trips and other outings.
• Maintains confidentiality of clients, co-workers and the School as appropriate.
• Is sensitive to parents needs and maintains a supportive relationship with them on a professional level.
• Complies with the Child Care Early Years Act and all MCS policies.

Some of the exciting parts of the job:

• Health Benefits (medical and dental).
• Wellness and Vacation Days.
• Focused Training and Development MCS focuses on creating a fun and creative environment to inspire our educators to grow and excel. We go above and beyond! (i.e., annual in-house Learning conference paid time off, advancement opportunities with on-the-job training).
• Staff Recognition and Culture We love our employees and make sure to take time to let them know we value and appreciate their efforts and initiative. Examples include Wellness Activities, Smile Appreciation Day (in house employee appreciation), Child Care Worker Appreciation Day, Employment Anniversary Celebrations

OUR CORE VALUES:

• I Enrich Lives. I am a Trusted Partner.
• I act with Integrity
  I am a responsible adult with the courage to do what is right. I always keep my word.
• I am Fully Engaged
  I own my job and put my whole self into everything I do with initiative and a can do attitude. I never compromise our standards, expectations or the trust placed in me.
• I Excel
  I am a proud professional who sets high goals and finds a way to achieve them. I constantly innovate.
• I Collaborate
  I share my gifts fully to be the best I can be and bring out the best in others. I work enthusiastically with my teammates and my partners to achieve our collective goals.
• I am Growing
  I am constantly curious and embrace new ideas, people and opportunities. I grow by challenging the status quo and capturing learning in everything I do.
• I Make an Impact
  I find Win/Win/Win solutions for our customers, our community and ourselves. I make a meaningful contribution.

The Montessori Country School is committed to fostering an inclusive, accessible environment, where all individuals feel valued, respected and supported. Candidates requiring an accommodation during the recruitment process, please contact the Human Resources Department.