(CAHRD) Centre for Aboriginal Human Resource Development Inc.
Description
COMPETITION # 2023NC-ECEI01
NATIONAL OCCUPATION CODE 41210
POSITION TYPE PERMANENT, FULL-TIME
JOB SUMMARY
The Early Childhood Education Instructor is responsible for delivering in-class theory instruction, practical course work for the Early Childhood Diploma program.
PRIMARY DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES
- Prepare and deliver lessons, assignments and assessments according to an approved curriculum and Indigenous community context
- Curriculum delivery in an engaging and participatory manner, and with community development focus
- Teach students through lectures, open discussions, audio-video presentations as needed; prepare resources for classroom discussion when necessary
- Research information to ensure curriculum is current
- Identify the needs of individual students, and work to help each student develop his or her potential
- Meet with students to discuss and provide feedback with regard to their work
- Provide students with various evaluation opportunities for success
- Identify emotional, intellectual, physical, and/or any other issues that may be hindering the student from learning to their best potential, and recommend appropriate course of action
- Participate and monitor college and program activities
- Monitoring and reviewing students during practicum placements
- Present a professional and caring demeanor at all times towards students and staff
REQUIREMENTS
- Post secondary credentials from a recognized institution in Early Childhood Education – minimum ECE III
- Adult teaching credentials and/or experience in a teaching or training capacity in adult education
- Several years experience in a variety of early learning and childcare settings
- Strong presentation and facilitation skills
KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS AND ABILITIES
- Demonstrated understanding of Indigenous culture within Indigenous Adult Learning environments
- Relevant industry skills and knowledge relating to the area of instruction, including ongoing professional development and continuous improvement
- Ability to consider and respond appropriately to the needs, feelings and capabilities of students, to provide feedback and treat students equitably within the context of the Indigenous community
- Experience working with adult learners (18+ years and older)
- Demonstrate ability for innovative curriculum delivery
- Ability to provide effective experiential learning
APPLICATION PROCESS
Please submit resume and cover letter citing competition number in one of the following manners:
- Email employerrep@abcentre.org
- Visit www.cahrd.org/jobs to apply online
- Drop off in person to Reception at 304-181 Higgins Avenue
Preference will be given to Indigenous candidates (Status, Non-status, Métis or Inuit). Preference is also given to clients who are registered with CAHRD. Only those selected for an interview will be contacted.