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Graduation Celebration 2021

Let's get together and talk about the future of early learning and childcare. There has never been a better time for dreamers and visionaries to share ideas and articulate our hopes for a national childcare system. Join us for a virtual round table conversation May 21. Follow the link to sign up. https://www.eventbrite.ca/e/154420875997

Congratulations to Carrie, who was honoured at last night's AGM for 15 years of service with NSCECE. In the words of Jewell, our Executive Director: "15 years! Brilliant! Thank you so much for all you do, and the wealth of wisdom that you are. All the cumulative knowledge that you share!" <3 We'd love to hear from you- what are your fondest memories of working with and/or learning from Carrie?

Big news on Quinpool road: WE HAVE A CROSSWALK!! After NSCECE students started a petition and met with Shawn Cleary, city councillor, last January, it’s happening!!! ... Congratulations to our student council #headsUpHalifax #crosswalk #safetyFirst

Congratulations, Akerley Child Care Centre on winning GOLD in the Community Votes Halifax 2020: Parenting and Childcare Category. We are so proud of you!! #labschool #earlychildhoodeducation... #CommunityVotesHalifax See more

We are hiring for online, part-time faculty members with availability during the day. NSCECE has a full complement of part-time instructors who teach individual courses throughout the year, including evening and day time classes. The Faculty Coordinator maintains a pool of resumes for job seekers interested in part-time teaching opportunities at the College. Interested individuals must be able to verify and demonstrate the following, as per the Standards for Early Childhood... Education Post-Secondary Programs (2018); A diploma in early childhood education with at least four years of experience in a regulated child care centre, family home daycare agency, pre-primary program, or other early childhood education setting OR A degree in early childhood education with at least three years of experience in a regulated child care centre, family home daycare agency, pre-primary program, or other early childhood education setting All prospective instructors must have a Teaching Adults Certificate or related certification. In the event that an applicant has not completed the certificate, it is expected that they will enrol within their first year on staff and will complete the training within their first three years of employment. Please email your cover letter and resume to [email protected]

NSCECE is looking for on-call Substitute Early Childhood Educators! We are looking for early childhood educators to add to our on-call substitute registry to support our lab schools, located in Halifax and Dartmouth. Qualified candidates must hold level 2 or 3 classification for Early Childhood Educator in Nova Scotia; have current Emergency CPR and First Aid Certificate for Infants and Children; have current and clear Child Abuse Registry Check, Vulnerable Sector Check and Criminal record check. Please send resume to [email protected]

{we are hiring an ECE!} Early Childhood Educator Nova Scotia College of Early Childhood Education is looking for an energetic and dynamic Early Childhood Educator to join our lab school team.... Applicants must hold a Level 2 or Level 3 classification, current First Aid with emergency CPR for infants and children, a current clear Child Abuse Registry Check, a current clear Criminal Record Check with Vulnerable Sector check. This position is a full time Term Position at our Leeds Street Child Care Centre location beginning November 23, 2020. Please send cover letter and resume to Karen Patterson at [email protected] See more

From Akerley Child Care Centre during Mi’kmaq Heritage Month: We are honouring and celebrating diversity and culture in our classroom. The Junior Preschool Room has been exploring their differences and similarities as a diverse group of children. We are also highlighting Mi'kmaq culture and increasing our awareness of Indigenous histories. #labschool #MakingLearningVisible #mikmaq #indigenous #EarlyChildhoodEducation #weAreAllTreatyPeople

Looking for online professional development opportunities with a distinctly Nova Scotia feel and opportunities to engage and share ideas in a virtual classroom. Look no further. Fall PD is kicking off Tuesday, October 6 with Getting Ready for Rough and Tumble Play. Registration is still open https://www.eventbrite.ca/e/getting-ready-for-rough-and-tum

One of our second year students stopped into the College to pick up her new t-shirt! <3 "I picked up my package at NSCECE, what a lovely experience. Being in the building, seeing the faces of was a refreshing reminder of what was, and what can be. Miss you all, keep taking action, and forwarding active inspiration"

As we said, it’s been a time of transitions... We are beyond sad to say goodbye to our dear Melissa, who was the centre director at Mawio’mi Child Care Centre and a practicum advisor at the college. Not only that, but Melissa began her ECE career at the NSCECE Lab Schools 13 years ago - starting as an educator, moving into the Assistant Director role, inclusion coordinator, and then Director. Those who know Melissa know of her love for Harry Potter, cats, and of course chee...se. Melissa has been a beautiful soul who encouraged and pushed those around her to be their best. She was an incredible mentor for her team and built intentional and strong relationships with the children, families, community, educators, faculty, and students. In the words of J.K Rowling, It’s important to remember that we all have magic inside us. And Melissa, your heart is FILLED with magic. You will be so missed. Please feel free to share your farewells and well wishes in the comments as we wish Melissa well on her next steps in the field.

Leeds Street Child Care Centre has spaces available in both their toddler (18 months-3years) and preschool (3-5 years) classrooms. Anyone who is in need of child care can contact the office at 902-491-4622 or email Jessica at [email protected] #labschool #PlayBasedLearning #EarlyChildhoodEducation

It’s been a month of transitions - including our own at NSCECE. We are so sad to say goodbye to Joelle, who was the centre director at Leeds Street Child Care Centre, and a practicum advisor, GWE advisor, and faculty member in the post-secondary classroom. Not only that, but Joelle began her ECE career as a student at NSCECE (back when it was St. Joseph’s College of Early Childhood Education). Joelle has been an incredible mentor for her team and was always ready with words... of encouragement for families, children, students, and colleagues. Please feel free to share your farewells and well wishes in the comments as we wish Joelle well on her next steps in the field.

NSCECE is hiring part-time Practicum Advisors to begin in September and October. Practicum advisors must hold the following qualifications: a recognized early childhood education diploma or degree with three years of experience working in a regulated child care setting or pre-primary program... Practicum advisors are responsible for supporting students on practicum by: consulting and maintaining communication with the early childhood education centres or programs, students, supervising ECEs, and post-secondary institution conducting on-site visits (at least two per practicum) facilitating online seminar sessions for students observing and facilitating students’ reflection on their practicum experience Training in mentoring and coaching adults in professional settings is considered an asset. If interested, please contact [email protected] See more

We asked our ECE community for advice as schools reopen tomorrow across the province. Brittany, one of our labschool Early Childhood Educators shared the following: Leading up to the re-opening of Child Care Centres, I was so anxious, nervous and feeling frustrated with, what I felt was, lack of preparedness. I was so concerned about the children and their social-emotional wellbeing. Getting back into the swing of things, all those fears went away. The children showed us h...ow resilient, brave, capable, and competent they are. One piece of advice I would give is not to go in thinking the worst. Go in with the belief and understanding that children are capable. Stay calm through the challenges. Learn from them. It may not be perfect right away, but we are all learning as we go! #ComeForTheChildrenStayForTheCareer #earlychildhoodeducation #backtoschool #capableConfidentCurious

We asked our ECE community to share their words of wisdom about reopening. Susan, an ECE and faculty in both our ECA and diploma programs shared this: Having been in a Centre since the re-opening I am amazed and awe struck at how creative, positive and eager Early Childhood Educators have been returning to work. They truly have shown me how important a role they play in these children and families lives. We have the privilege of working with these young people in such a c...rucial learning stage and development of their lives. While the world may be in a race to find answers and a vaccine these young children truly deserve the best experiences and normalcy during these uncertain times. Children come in ready to play, explore and discover with their sense of wonder, and our role is to support them. So to our wonderful world of Early Childhood Educators, Families and children I am truly proud to be part of such an amazing piece of our society #ComeForTheChildrenStayForTheCareer #EarlyChildhoodEducation #backtoschool

With schools opening next week, there are still several unknowns. We remember those feelings well, from earlier this year when childcare centres reopened. With months of experience now, we’re feeling confident in ourselves as educators and in the children we work with. The children have been incredibly resilient and adaptable, and we have designed our classrooms to continue to meet their needs for play, learning, and connection. ECEs- what’s your best advice for school te...achers who are welcoming students back to their classrooms this fall? #EarlyChildhoodEducation #ComeForTheChildrenStayForTheCareer #COVID19 #backtoschool

{Capable, Confident, and Curious in the time of COVID-19} Our showcase continues, demonstrating young children's resiliency and adaptability during a global pandemic. We know children to be capable, confident, and curious, and we are seeing this emerge in play related to health and safety, as in the story below from Akerley Childcare Centre: Washing Baby’s Hands... When C left the bathroom after washing her hands she went to get her stroller with her baby doll. C brought her baby doll over to the sink. C carefully put one of the baby's hands under the running water and waited a few seconds; then switched to wash the baby’s other hand. C turned off the tap and put the baby back into the stroller. C is showing understanding of the new frequent hand washing practices. She is demonstrating awareness of personal hygiene and engaging in a caretaker role for her baby doll. #Covid19 #ComeForTheChildrenStayForTheCareer #capableconfidentcurious #makinglearningvisible #earlychildhoodeducation #playbasedlearning

{Capable, Confident, and Curious in the time of COVID-19} We continue to see examples of resiliency and understanding in our youngest citizens as they engage in meaningful learning opportunities during a global pandemic. Last week, at Mawio’mi Child Care Centre, the Early Childhood Educators in the preschool classroom provided homemade masks for the dramatic play area. This particular child wanted to role play with the mask on the baby, saying, "We need to keep the baby saf...e!" A discussion was had about the purposes of mask wearing. Some children shared to keep themselves safe, others said to keep others safec and one child shouted, "because of germs!" This just shows how understanding of the virus and resilient children are. #COVID19 #ComeForTheChildrenStayForTheCareer #capableconfidentcurious #makinglearningvisible #EarlyChildhoodEducation

Happening Now!! Welcome Reception for the 2020-2021 Accelerated Program ECE students! It's an exciting evening as we begin the first step of your journey as Early Childhood Educators. Welcome to the NSCECE family <3