Early Childhood Educator – Home Visitor, La Ronge

OPEN COMPETITION

The Lac La Ronge Indian Band is now accepting applications for the following Permanent Full-time Position , based out of Mikisiw Awasis Early Learning Centre in La Ronge, SK.

EARLY CHILDHOOD EDUCATOR HOME VISITOR

The suitable candidates will be able to fulfill the following duties / responsibilities :

• Conduct ASQ screens to help determine a program plan for each child.
• Deliver Land Based and Woodland Cree programming using the curriculum provided.
• Plan, prepare, and implement daily activities (indoor / outdoor) as they relate to current best practice and Woodland Cree Culture & Language.
• Provide activities and opportunities that encourage curiosity, exploration, and problem-solving appropriate to the development levels of the children.
• Assess the developmental level of children through observation and documentation.
• Be sensitive to individual children’s differences and needs, and be willing to adjust the program and curriculum to meet those individual needs.
• Lead children in activities by telling stories, teaching songs and demonstrating the use of simple musical instruments.
• Prepare materials and assist children in using them.
• Select books, equipment and other instructional materials appropriate for the early childhood program.
• Interact with infants and children to encourage their involvement in activities.
• Report progress and challenges with program supervisor.
• Record necessary information pertinent to each child. Maintain ongoing developmental records for each child, including keeping records of all developing skills (physical, social, emotional, and cognitive).
• Maintain attendance records of children participating in the program.
• Continue professional development through attending workshops, conferences and other staff development.
• Design and facilitate interactive parent and child literacy activities.
• Maintain open, friendly, and cooperative relationship with each child’s family and encourage their involvement in the program.
• Assist with referrals to other organizations and agencies as required
• Assist with other duties as requested.

The suitable candidates will possess the following qualifications / abilities :

• Grade 12 or equivalent;
• Must have Level 3 ECE (Early Childhood Educator) Diploma
• Valid First Aid / CPR, WHIMIS and Food Safety Handler’s Certificate is an asset;
• Basic computer skills with knowledge of Microsoft Office Programs;
• Personal experience as parent or caregiver of infants and / or young children;
• Ability to speak / understand Cree and / or knowledge of Cree Culture is an asset;
• Excellent verbal, written communication and public relations skills;
• A combination of education and experience may be considered;
• Must have a valid Driver’s License;
• Must provide a satisfactory Criminal Record Check / Vulnerable Sector Check and a Driver’s Abstract.

Date of Posting : January 10, Deadline : Until Suitable Candidate is Found

Submit cover letter and resume with three professional references (excluding chief & councilors, or family members), one being your current or most recent supervisor, to the following :

Human Resource Office, Fax : -

Lac La Ronge Indian Band Phone : -

Box E-mail : ()

La Ronge, SK. S0J 1L0 Online :

NOTE : Please be advised applications received without the proper documentation shall not be considered. Your references MUST be people who you reported to and had direct supervisory authority over you.

In the cover letter, please indicate permission to contact references. Also, please provide your Criminal Record / Vulnerable Sector Check and Driver’s Abstract with your application.

• Telephone interviews will not be granted. However, an interview via Teams may be granted.
• LLRIB thanks all interested applicants; however, only those chosen for an interview will be contacted.
• Since this position is engaged primarily in serving the interests of Aboriginal people, Lac La Ronge Indian Band shall give preference to Aboriginal people who possess the requisite skill sets and experience.
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