Early Childhood Educator

DIVERSEcity Community Resources Society; Surrey; On-site; CAD 30,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

An established industry player is seeking a dedicated Early Childhood Educator to join their Language Programs team. This role involves creating a nurturing and engaging environment for children aged 0 to 6 years, where you will plan and implement daily educational activities that are developmentally appropriate. The ideal candidate will have a strong understanding of child development, excellent communication skills, and the ability to work collaboratively in a team. If you are passionate about fostering a positive learning experience for young children and have the relevant qualifications, this opportunity is perfect for you to make a meaningful impact.

Qualifications

• Minimum one year experience with children aged 0 - 6 years.
• Criminal record check is a condition of employment.

Responsibilities

• Plan and deliver daily educational activities for young children.
• Ensure safety and hygiene of children in the center.
• Report suspected child abuse to the Day Care Coordinator.

Skills

Communication Skills

Teamwork

Child Development Knowledge

Planning Activities

Cross-Cultural Sensitivity

Education

Early Childhood Education Certificate

Infant Toddler Certificate

Special Needs Certificate

Tools

Standard First Aid and CPR

Child Safe training

Food Safe training

Job description

As part of the Language Programs team, the Early Childhood Educator provides a caring and positive learning environment for children in the childcare programs. The primary responsibilities for this position are planning, preparing, and delivering daily early childhood educational activities.

Key Responsibilities:

1. Is alert and responsive to children's needs at all times, fostering a caring and positive learning environment.
2. Participates in planning for, and implements daily activities, and ensures that all activities are developmentally appropriate. Prepares materials and equipment for activities.
3. Maintains the cleanliness of equipment and supplies.
4. Guides children in activities; telling stories, teaching songs, leading discussions.
5. Guides and assists children in the development of appropriate life skills and interactive behavior.
6. Ensures the safety and hygiene of all children while in the center.
7. Immediately reports instances of suspected child abuse to the Day Care Coordinator.
8. Adheres to the Centers guidelines for discipline and managing behaviors appropriately.
9. Maintains the cleanliness of equipment and supplies.
10. Adheres to DIVERSEcity and personnel policies, procedures, and practices.
11. Any other duties as required.

Qualified Candidates will possess:

1. Early Childhood Education Certificate, with a minimum of one year’s experience working with children aged 0 - 6 years. Infant Toddler Certificate and/or Special Needs Certificate is an asset.
2. Previous current and relevant experience in a childcare setting.
3. Understanding and sensitivity to the needs of young children, and their parents/caregivers.
4. Cross-cultural experience and knowledge of settlement issues.
5. Ability to plan daily activities appropriate to the curriculum of the program.
6. Ability to work cooperatively in a team environment.
7. Ability to communicate effectively in English, oral and written.
8. Standard First Aid and CPR training; Child Safe training and Food Safe training are assets.
9. A criminal record check is a condition of employment.
10. Second language an asset.

A Criminal Record Check is a requirement of employment.