Early Childhood Educator

Kootenay Rockies Tourism Association; Cranbrook; On-site; CAD 30,000 - 60,000; Part time

Job summary

A community-focused daycare center in Cranbrook is seeking a part-time Early Childhood Educator to provide quality childcare and develop educational activities infused with Ktunaxa culture. The ideal candidate holds an Early Childhood Education certification and has experience working with young children. The role emphasizes teamwork and community involvement, aimed at fostering the next generation of Ktunaxa citizens.

Benefits

Exposure to Ktunaxa culture

Cohesive work environment

Excellent benefits

Qualifications

• Certification in Early Childhood Education and a valid license to practice.
• Ability to work effectively in a team environment.
• Excellent communication skills with children and families.

Responsibilities

• Provide quality childcare and plan educational activities for children aged 1-5.
• Assist children in gaining independence with daily tasks.
• Work collaboratively with staff, parents, and community members.

Skills

Childcare provision

Communication skills

Team collaboration

Education

Early Childhood Education Certification

Job description

Overview

Part-time (21-25 hours per week) Early Childhood Educator
ʔaq̓amnik̓ Daycare Centre

At ʔaq̓am we are dedicated to working toward our community Vision, collaborating to provide quality programs and services to ʔaq̓amnik̓ (the people). By infusing our Ktunaxa language and culture into the programming at our ʔaq̓amnik̓ Daycare Centre we are laying the foundation for the next generation of strong and healthy Ktunaxa citizens. Our employees enjoy exposure to Ktunaxa culture and language, a cohesive work environment, we offer excellent benefits and a diverse, dedicated and enthusiastic team!

In collaboration with the Daycare Manager, the Early Childhood Educator will assist the Daycare Centre to do its part in preparing our infants, toddlers and pre-school children of today to become our next generation of Ktunaxa professionals, trades people, parents, chiefs, councillors, artisans and …..

Key Responsibilities

• Provide quality childcare as well as plan and carry out developmentally and age appropriate educational activities to engage children aged 1-5 years in learning;
• Help children complete daily tasks and routines to gain independence and provide constant feedback and communication to build self-esteem;
• Function as a member of our cohesive, positive, flexible and exuberant team, which includes staff, management, parents and community members.

Successful candidates will have

• Early Childhood Education (ECE) Certification and licence to practice;
• Doctor’s medical clearance letter;
• Up to date immunization record;
• First Aid Certificate
• Vulnerable Sector Check and Criminal Record Check;

Preferences

• Previous experience in a similar capacity, supervising and working with children; experience developing learning activities would be an asset.
• Previous experience working in a First Nation community.
• Food Safe certification.

Application

Applicants should submit a cover letter, resume and copy of ECE certificate and licence to:

Jan Bailey,
Human Resource Manager
ʔaq̓am

Fax: [phone]

7470 Mission Road, Cranbrook, BC, V1C 7E5

Email

Closing date: Ongoing

While we sincerely appreciate all applications, only those candidates selected for an interview will be contacted.