District Early Childhood Educator (Special Needs Educator)- Posting #238

British Columbia Public School Employers' Association | Make a Future - Careers in BC Education; Vernon; On-site; CAD 54,000 - 59,000; Full time

Job summary

School District No. 22 (Vernon) is seeking a District Early Childhood Educator (ECE) / Special Needs Educator (SNE) to support our early learning facilities. This 32-hour-per-week, 12-month position has a shift to be determined.

The role is unionized under CUPE Local 5523 and requires multiple ECE credentials. Candidates must have Grade 12 plus an ECE program recognized by the ECE Registry, an active ECE Certificate to Practice, 1 year of ECE experience (or 500 supervised hours), a valid first

Qualifications

• Grade 12 plus the completion of an ECE training program recognized by the ECE Registry.
• Current Early Childhood Educator's Certificate to Practice from the BC ECE Registry.
• One year of recent ECE experience or 500 hours supervised by a certified ECE.
• Valid Child Safe first aid certificate.
• Clear criminal record check and immunization/TB compliance.

Skills

Communication

Organization

BC ECE Framework

Restorative Practices

Collaboration

Cultural Awareness

Education

Grade 12 + ECE training

ECE Certificate to Practice

First aid certificate

Criminal record check

Immunization/TB compliance

1 year ECE experience / 500 hours

Job description

School DistrictNo. 22 (Vernon) is currentlyaccepting applications for DistrictEarly Childhood Educator (ECE) Special Needs Educator (SNE) to support our early learningcare facilities. This position is 32 hours per week, 12 month position. Shift TBD.

REQUIRED EDUCATION AND EXPERIENCE:

• Grade 12 plus the successful completion of a basic early childhood education training program recognized by the ECE Registry.
• Current Early Childhood Educator's Certificate to Practice from the BC government's ECE Registry.
• One (1) year of recent experience working as an ECE in an early learning or child care setting, inclusive of 500 hours of work experience performed under the supervision of a Canadian certified ECE.
• Equivalent experience working with school-aged children may be considered.
• Valid Child Safe first aid certificate.
• Clear criminal record check and evidence of compliance with the province’s immunization and tuberculosis control programs as required by the Child Care Licensing Regulation.

REQUIRED KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS, AND ABILITIES:

• Proven ability to communicate effectively, both verbally and in writing.
• Proven organizational and planning skills.
• Proven understanding of, and commitment to quality early learning programming and a demonstrated knowledge of the BC Early Learning Framework.
• Proven ability to work effectively with a variety of parents, children, staff, volunteers, professionals, and community members using courtesy, tact, and discretion to gain cooperation and coordinate activities or programs.
• Proven ability to use developmentally appropriate restorative practices to build relationships with children in early learning programs and create and inclusive learning environment that honours children as strong, capable in their uniqueness and full of potential.
• Eligible for membership with the Early Childhood Educators of BC (ECEBC).
• Understanding of the ethics of Early Childhood Education as described in the ECEBC Code of Ethics.
• Strong problem-solving and organizational skills and the ability to work with minimal supervision.
• Possess the personality, ability, and temperament to provide care and mature guidance to children.
• Knowledge of Truth and Reconciliation and its application in Early Years settings and a commitment to the Truth and Reconciliation Calls to Action.

SHIFT: TBD

Additional Work Required:

• One week (5 days) prior to the first day of the school year. Schedule to include up to 8 hours of work between the hours of 7:00am and 6:00pm.
• Non-Instructional Days and Administrative Day: Schedule to include up to 8 hours of work between the hours of 7:00am and 6:00pm
• Early Dismissal Days (including Kindergarten Gradual Entry period): Schedule to include up to 8 hours of work between the hours of 7:00am and 6:00pm

WAGE: $32.81

This position is unionized, CUPE local 5523.If this position interest you, please apply with your resume, cover letter and supportingdocumentation. Will require work on non-instructional days.

While we thank all thosewho apply, only shortlistedcandidateswith will be contactedand preference will be given to qualified applicants who self-declare Indigenous ancestry.

Posting #238