Supply Designated Early Childhood Educators

ABOUT US

The Halton Catholic District School Board (HCDSB), in partnership with home and Church, is an inclusive and equitable learning community dedicated to providing excellence in Catholic education by developing Christ-centred individuals enabled to transform society. A provincial leader in student achievement, the Halton Catholic District School Board provides exceptional educational experiences and services to over 36,000 students of all ages across our 46 elementary schools, 10 secondary schools, and 3 continuing education facilities, serving the wider Catholic communities of Burlington, Halton Hills, Milton, and Oakville. Designated Early Childhood Educators provide coverage to elementary school sites in Kindergarten. We encourage all applicants to view our for more information about our Board.

Please be advised that we are interviewing and hiring on an ongoing basis.

POSITION DETAILS

• School Locations - Halton Region (Burlington, Oakville, Milton, Georgetown and Acton)
• Effective Date - Immediately
• Salary - $26.79 per hour (as per the Collective Agreement)
• Vacancy Status - Replacement

JOB SUMMARY

Reporting to the School Principal, in conjunction with HCDSB's DECE Manager and DECE Supervisor, the Designated Early Childhood Educator will be responsible in accordance with the Education Act, The Kindergarten Curriculum 2026 and Growing Success – The Kindergarten Addendum, to work collaboratively and in partnership with the classroom teacher to implement a play-based program based on the Four Strands. The program will enhance children’s cognitive, physical, social, emotional, and spiritual development.

QUALIFICATIONS/EXPERIENCE

• Two year Community College Early Childhood Education Diploma.
• Member in good standing with the Ontario College of Early Childhood Educators.
• Valid certificate in First Aid and CPR.
• Knowledge of the Kindergarten Program 2026.
• Experience in planning, documenting and implement a play/inquiry-based program.
• Ability to communicate in a sensitive, courteous manner with children, parents, staff and the community.
• Proven ability to deal with classroom management, stressful and emergency situations in a calm, professional manner, while taking appropriate actions based on Board policies and procedures.
• Strong computer, organizational, and time management skills.
• Must be able to physically lift up to 50 pounds and provide assistance and/or supervision as it relates to toileting.
• Capacity to engage members of diverse communities and skilled in a variety of consultation techniques, protocols and strategies

This position is covered by the C.U.P.E Local 5200.01 Collective Agreement.

Please be advised as a condition of employment with HCDSB, successful candidates will be required to provide the following documentation upon hire:

• Police Records Check (Vulnerable Sector Check) dated within six (6) months
• Pastoral Letter of Reference from a Roman Catholic Priest dated within twelve (12) months

EQUITY AND INCLUSION

The Halton Catholic District School Board (HCDSB) is committed to supporting the development of a strong and equitable workforce, that will foster the success and well-being of our students, staff, and wider-Catholic school communities. We strive to uphold the values of equity and inclusion in the recruitment and hiring of qualified staff who reflect the diversity of our region. Although qualifications and experience will be determining factors in the hiring process, the HCDSB shall promote the hiring of qualified candidates from under-represented groups. To that end, we actively encourage applications from members of groups with historical and/or current barriers to equitable outcomes including, but not limited to: First Nations, Métis, and Inuit peoples, and all other Indigenous peoples; members of groups that commonly experience discrimination due to race, ancestry, colour, or place of origin; persons with visible and/or invisible (physical and/or mental) disabilities.

SPECIAL CONSIDERATIONS

Pursuant to the Accessibility for Ontarians with Disabilities Act, 2005, the Halton Catholic District School Board will provide accommodations to applicants who are selected to participate in our recruitment process. Such requests, outlining the nature of any accommodation(s) required, are to be submitted to Human Resources Services by phone at 905-632-6300 or 1-800-741-8382. Information received relating to accommodation needs of applicants will be addressed confidentially.

The Halton Catholic District School Board may use Artificial Intelligence (AI)‑assisted tools during the recruitment and selection process, including to help review applications based on job‑related criteria and to support interview administration. All decisions regarding candidate advancement are made by Human Resources Services staff in partnership with the hiring manager.

QUESTIONS

If you require assistance with ApplyToEducation, please contact 1-877-900-5627 or email [email protected].

If you require additional information regarding this position, please do not hesitate to contact Edea Santini, HRS Advisor ([email protected]) or Christine Milanczak, HRS Partner ([email protected]).

We thank all applicants for their interest, however, only those candidates selected for an interview will be contacted.