Child Development Educator (25-097)

Powell River Educational Services Society; Powell River; On-site; CAD 30,000 - 60,000; Part time

Job summary

A local educational service provider in Powell River is seeking a part-time Child Development Educator to support children who need extra assistance in community settings. The ideal candidate has a Bachelor's degree in education or a related field and at least 2 years of experience working with children with complex needs. Responsibilities include facilitating inclusion and liaising with community agencies. Interested applicants should send their resumes to [e-mail].

Qualifications

• 2 years experience working with families of/and children with complex needs.
• Renewable Criminal Record Check every 5 years.
• Renewable WCB-approved First Aid Certificate.

Responsibilities

• Facilitate inclusion of children requiring extra support.
• Work with community agencies to create inclusive environments.
• Liaise with professionals and agencies providing services to children.

Skills

Experience with families of children with complex needs

Valid BC driver’s license

Access to reliable transportation

Education

Bachelor degree in education or related field

Job description

Location: Powell River/qathet Regional District

Salary Or Wage: $38.68 to $48.88 per hour

Start Date: As soon as possible

Job Type: Part Time

List of Requirements

Qualifications

• Bachelor degree in education, social work, child and youth care, or related human service field
• 2 years experience working with families of/and children with complex needs
• Valid BC driver’s license and access to reliable transportation

Requirements for Ongoing Employment

• Criminal Record Check (renewable every 5 years)
• A valid WCB-approved First Aid Certificate (renewable every 3 years)
• A Valid WCB-approved Child Safe First Aid Certificate (renewable every 3 years)
• Valid BC driver’s license and access to reliable transportation

List of Duties

• The Child Development Educator makes a significant contribution to families by facilitating through education the inclusion of children birth through to 12 years who need extra support to participate in community-based pre-schools, child care settings and/or who require one-to-one support in the family or caregiver’s home or another community setting.
• They will work with community agencies and service providers to support their work in creating inclusive environments for young children and youth.
• The Educator liaises with other professionals and agencies providing services to children.
• The Educator uses and promotes a family-centred approach.
• The Educator is a dedicated and knowledgeable member of a comprehensive organization-wide support team. As such, when deemed qualified with appropriate skills and abilities, they may provide services to other CFS programs, when required.
• The Child Development Educator is familiar with and participates in ensuring that the strategic goals of the agency are met and contribute to the achievement of the Performance Outcomes for the Program.
• If you wish to be considered for this position, please apply and forward your resume to [e-mail]. You must quote the posting number (25-097) in the subject line of your email. Applications will only be accepted in the methods above. Applications submitted to any other address will not be considered.
• This position requires union membership
• Any Employees on Recall applying for this position will be considered in accordance with the Collective Agreement Language. Article 13.5 Recall.

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