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Kids & Company
Early Childhood Educator
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What they do
A Preschool or Childcare Teacher works with young children, usually ages 3 - 5, to help them learn the social, motor and language skills needed to be ready for kindergarten and elementary school. Organizes activities and uses play or games to help children learn; develops schedules and routines for children that include exercise and rest. Works in a school or in a childcare center or program.
$36,080 / year median in Illinois
+5% projected growth
Job Description
About Kids & Company! Kids & Company operates over 100 childcare centres across Canada and continues to grow. Join our team and build your career with us! Are you dedicated to fostering growth, curiosity, and confidence in children? We re looking for an educator who values excellence, empathy, and collaboration. Responsibilities Maintain documentation, reporting, and record keeping Implement an Emergent Curriculum Support children s emotional, physical, and behavioral well-being while fostering social, emotional, cognitive, and physical skills Maintain attendance and health and safety checks Collaborate with professionals such as Speech Therapists, Occupational Therapists, and Early Interventionists Support children through classroom transitions Meet all classroom ratios as outlined in CCEYA Participate in team meetings and workshops Qualifications Registered with the College of ECE and in good standing Clear Vulnerable Sector Criminal Reference Check Valid Standard First Aid and CPR Level C Up-to-date immunization records and two-step TB test Ability to push, pull, and lift up to 45 lbs What We Offer Positive work environment with encouraging team members Opportunities for career advancement Comprehensive benefits package 35% discount on childcare services and 20 days of free backup childcare annually Up to 3% RRSP matching plan Kids & Company is an equal opportunity employer committed to providing accommodations to persons with disabilities.