Resource Teacher
Posted on Tuesday, April 22nd, 2025
Algonquin of Pikwakanagan First Nation | Golden Lake, Ontario
Full-Time 35 hrs/wk | Wage: Salary $49,628 /year | Closes 2025-06-30
Job Description
Position: Resource Teacher
Department: Mindiwin Manido Day Care
Supervisor: Daycare Supervisor
$49,628/ annually – 35 hours a week – Full-Time Permanent
Deadline to Apply: Posting will continue until roles are filled.
In collaboration with and in partnership with families, colleagues and community programs/services, the Resource Teacher is responsible for supporting the integration and full inclusion of children with diverse needs. The Resource Teacher is responsible for providing high quality childcare within a safe and healthy environment and ensures compliance with relevant legislation, AOPFN policies and procedures, and the College of ECE’s Standards of Practice and Code of Ethics. The Resource Teacher also provides age-appropriate programming in a group setting that meets diverse needs and promotes optimum physical, emotional, social, cognitive and intellectual development of the children in care.
· Creates an environment conducive to the learning of Algonquin culture and language development and appropriate to the physical, social, intellectual, and emotional development of the children.
· Receptive and sensitive to Algonquin language and cultural practices.
· Application and knowledge of the Ministry of Education’s pedagogy under the CCEYA, ‘How Does Learning Happen?’
· Based on professional independent assessments, develop and implement Individual Developmental Programs to enhance children’s cognitive, physical, social and emotional development in accordance with organizational and legal guidelines, as follows:
· Provide a daily balance of active/quiet, indoor/outdoor, and individual/group activities.
· Establish and carry out a daily activity schedule that incorporates child directed activity, physical care routines and transition times.
· Assist children in expressing themselves by listening and responding with questions or comments that extend conversations.
· Prepare appropriate materials and equipment and set up areas for planned activities.
· Support positive experiences and outcomes and provide a welcoming and nurturing
For full Job Description please email hr@pikwakanagan.ca
REQUIREMENETS:
· Successful completion of Post Secondary Education Diploma in Early Childhood Education with a combination of certificates and training that is both theoretical and practical and relates to the needs of children with diverse needs.
· 1-year experience working in a position that includes support for and care of children with diverse needs.
CONDITIONS OF EMPLOYMENT:
· Vulnerable Sector Checks, annually per the Childcare and Early Years Act and associated regulations.
· Proof of Education, equivalency and/or work-related experience, as requested.
· Proof of Registered Early Childhood Educator (RECE) membership with the College of Early Childhood Educators in good standing.
· Valid Standard First Aid Certification including infant and Child Cardiopulmonary Resuscitation (CPR).
· Submission of an up-to-date Immunization Record, annually.
Application Procedure: Interested persons must submit a resume demonstrating that they meet the requirements outlined and the names and day contact telephone numbers of three (3) professional references.
Screening Procedure: Applicant must not be a member of the supervisor’s immediate family. The best qualified candidate will be defined and determined so as to include the following: Provided the candidate meets the basic requirements of the position and is deemed qualified following the interview process, preference will be given to:
a) the qualified indigenous person who is an Algonquin; then to,
b) the qualified indigenous person; then to,
c) the qualified non-indigenous candidate.
Interviews: Interviews will be conducted in-person or virtually by Teams Meeting. AOPFN has the right to shortlist for interview/assessment purposes of the five (5) most qualified persons and typically establishes an eligibility list.
What Algonquins of Pikwakanagan First Nation Offers:
Employee Benefits:
· Pension Plan
· Paid Sick Days
· 4% Vacation
· Holiday Shutdown
· 4 Provincial and Federal Statutory Holidays
· Half days on Fridays prior to holiday Mondays
· Health Spending Account (Dental, Vision, Prescriptions, etc.)
· Milestone Recognitions & Rewards
We are committed to achieving employment equity and developing a highly capable workforce that is representative of Canadian Society. We therefore encourage women, Indigenous peoples, persons with disabilities, and members of visible minority groups to apply and declare themselves as part of one or more of the above mentioned Employment Equity Designated Groups.
AOPFN is also committed to developing inclusive, barrier-free selection processes and work environments. If contacted in relation to a job opportunity or testing, you should advise the recruitment representative in a timely fashion of the accommodation measures which must be taken to enable you to be assessed in a fair and equitable manner. Information received relating to accommodation measures will be addressed confidentially.
JOB TERMS: Permanent, Days
APPLY BY: 2025-06-30
How to Apply
How to Apply:
· Cover Letter
· Current Resume
· Three (3) professional/work-related references that include name, phone number and email address.
Submit to:
Human Resources Department
Algonquins of Pikwakanagan First Nation
1657A Mishomis Inamo, Pikwakanagan, Ontario, K0J 1X0
hr@pikwakanagan.ca
Subject Line: Resource Teacher
Please allow for 24 hours to receive a ‘Confirmed Receipt’ of your application submission should you apply via email.
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