Job Description

Terra Early Learning is a community-minded early years centre with a progressive educational approach. Our mission is to co-create an environment where students experience what it means to conserve Earth’s natural resources, so we can leave our planet sustainable for all living things now, and in the future.

Education for Sustainability is woven into all aspects of our engaging, authentic, and experiential curriculum of inquiry, outdoor learning, play-based learning, and Montessori. Our program is integrated to tailor to students’ individual needs with an intentional focus on children’s social-emotional development, health, and well-being.

The Opportunity

Terra is seeking loving, passionate, and dedicated Before and After Care Educators with a commitment to life-long learning to join our Early Learning Department. As an Educator, you will be responsible for providing exceptional education in a nurturing environment during the Before and After Care hours.

The esteemed members of our school community bring with them diverse experiences, unique perspectives, and varied educational backgrounds. Every individual on our team is valued, heard, and respected. We work collectively to achieve our mission, while embodying our values in everything that we do.

The Role

As a Before and After Care Early Child Educator, you will:

Ensure a clean and safe environment for children before and after the main hours.
Provide learning experiences and opportunities to our young children, with a commitment to uphold our mission and vision towards sustainable living.
Develop a strong understanding of Terra’s school culture, and what sets us apart from other early learning centres.
Establish loving, positive, safe and secure relationships with the children.
Nurture to children’s individual physical, social-emotional, and mental wellness needs.
Connect and engage in collaborative partnerships with fellow educators, colleagues, leaders, families, and the greater community.
Prepare, plan, implement and organize activities in-line with Terra Early Learning’s curriculum to support the development of children’s social-emotional, cognitive, language, and physical growth.
Communicate children’s learning development and progress with families/caregivers and colleagues
Attend staff meetings and professional development opportunities where necessary.

The Qualifications

As a Before and After Care Educator, you have:

A valid Early Childhood Certification
A valid Emergency Child Care First Aid & CPR/AED Level B Certification
A clear Criminal Record Check
Canadian citizenship and/or legally permitted to work in Canada
Strong communication skills; spoken and written in English
A high level of responsibility and accountability
A commitment to learn, apply, champion, and embody Terra’s Values and Mission
A deep understanding and commitment for the industry in which we operate
Excellent interpersonal skills. Have a passion for building and maintaining relationships with students, families, and colleagues
A growth mindset, recognizing opportunities for learning and growth daily
Experience, knowledge in education for sustainable development is an asset
Ability to thrive in a creation, growth-stage environment

Commitment