Description
Permanent Early Childhood Educator
C.U.P.E. 2357
Please apply using your OCSB account if you are an existing OCSB employee.
Why Work With The Ottawa Catholic School Board: The Ottawa Catholic School Board (OCSB) is located in Ottawa, Ontario. As Canada’s capital city, Ottawa ranks among the world's most desirable cities to call home. We have a small-town feel with a big-city presence and a population of just over a million people.
The OCSB proudly serves over 50,000 students in 91 schools. We offer an education that respects all faiths' universal values and is grounded in Catholic principles. We foster innovation to inspire Deep Learning so that all can realize their full potential. We offer a collaborative work environment, fulfilling careers, and the opportunity to make a difference in our students' lives.
The OCSB is committed to equitable hiring, employment and promotion practices and is dedicated to an inclusive workforce that reflects the diversity of our students and our communities. The OCSB is actively seeking applications from Indigenous peoples, Black and racialized people, persons with disabilities, people from gender diverse communities and/or people with intersectional identities, as well as individuals who can contribute to continuous diversification of ideas.
The Ottawa Catholic School Board acknowledges that the land on which our schools are located is the traditional unceded territory of the Algonquin Anishnabek Peoples. We extend our respect to all First Nations, Inuit and Métis Peoples for their valuable past and present contributions to this land.
Under the direction of the Principal, the Early Childhood Educator:
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partners with the classroom teachers(s) to plan and implement a full day early learning program;
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collaborates in the design of high quality and effective play-based programs and environments;
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supports enhanced physical, cognitive, emotional and social development within the context of a Catholic learning environment, as part of the Early Learning program team.
Required Qualifications, Experience, Knowledge and Skills:
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an Early Childhood Education diploma or degree;
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registered and in Good Standing with the Ontario College of Early Childhood Education;
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recent experience with kindergarten age children preferred;
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current First Aid and CPR certification.
In addition, the following will be considered an asset:
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minimum two full years experience
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bilingualism
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experience working in a school setting
Annual Salary: Range between $37,676.00 to $50,877.00 ($25.03 to $33.80) effective September 1, 2025. You will also have access to a comprehensive benefits package.
How to Apply: All applications for the permanent Early Childhood Educator assignment must be submitted through Apply to Education. If you are currently an OCSB Employee, please submit your application via your OCSB ATE account. Failure to complete this information may impact your eligibility to be considered.
Questions regarding the application process can be directed to hrstaffing@ocsb.ca
We thank all applicants in advance for their interest; however, only qualified applicants will be contacted if selected.
If you are currently not an OCSB employee, at the completion of a successful interview, you will be required to provide an Original Police Record Check for the Vulnerable Sector dated within the last 6 months.
AI may be utilized throughout the selection and recruitment process
Pursuant to the Accessibility for Ontarians with Disabilities Act, (AODA), if you require accommodations at any time throughout the application process, please contact the Human Resources Department via email at hrstaffing@ocsb.ca prior to the posting closing date so that appropriate arrangements can be made.
Information Collection Authorization: In accordance with the Municipal Freedom of Information and Protection of Privacy Act (MFIPPA) and the Protection of Health Information Protection Act. This information is collected under the legal authority of Section 265(1)(d) of the Education Act as amended, and may be used as necessary for some or all of the following principal administrative purposes related to: The Ottawa Catholic School Board’s operation, school programs and educational services, student records, and Ministries of the Government of Ontario. The Board’s & the ‘’ support document entitled ‘ may be viewed on the Board’s website at www.ocsb.ca.
