Early Childhood Educator

St. Clement's School; Vancouver; On-site; CAD 30,000 - 40,000; Full time

Job summary

A community-focused educational organization in Vancouver is seeking a passionate Early Childhood Educator to join the team. This casual position involves planning engaging activities, ensuring the safety and well-being of children, and fostering professional relationships with families. Candidates must have a valid First Aid certificate and a minimum of one year of experience as a Licensed Early Childhood Educator. Strong knowledge of early childhood frameworks is essential.

Qualifications

• Minimum 1 year experience as Licensed Early Childhood Educator, issued by Early Childhood Registry.
• Eligibility for clearance of a Criminal Record Check for Working with Children & Vulnerable Adults.
• Able to handle exposure to high noise levels, bodily fluids, infectious illness/diseases.

Responsibilities

• Responsible for planning and implementing activities that follow children's interests.
• Maintain constant supervision and safety of children.
• Develop and maintain professional relationships with families.

Skills

Experience as Licensed Early Childhood Educator

Valid First Aid certificate

Understanding of BC Early Years Framework

Ability to lift and move up to 30 pounds

Participate in indoor and outdoor activities

Education

Licensed Early Childhood Educator certification

Job description

Overview

As the education provider forStz’uminus First Nation, Stzuminus Education Society (SES) offers inspiring and engaging programs for our learners and our staff. We are committed to supporting and nurturing a progressive, successful community through the advancement of First Nations Education. We proudly offer learning opportunities for all ages, from infancy through to elder years, through our dynamic and integrated programs.

We are seeking passionate & self-directed Early Childhood Educator to join our team and collaborate with us at our beautiful location in Ladysmith, BC on central Vancouver Island. This is a casual position commencing as soon as possible.

Responsibilities

• Responsible for planning and implementing appropriate activities that follow the children’s interests
• Acts as lead staff when working with Early Childhood Assistants (ECA), non-ECA staff, and support staff
• Responsible for the constant supervision, safety, and well-being of children
• Provides a physically safe and emotionally supportive environment, showing sensitivity to the individual needs of children in all aspects of development
• Observes children for daily health and ongoing observations for signs of potential learning or behavioural concerns and prepares written documentation for the Early Learning Lead
• Assesses the abilities, interests, and needs of children and discusses progress or concerns with parents and appropriate staff members
• Ensures children are dressed appropriately for indoor and outdoor activities
• Conducts daily health checks of children; records illness and informs Supervisor; contacts parents as necessary
• Provides ongoing supervision of the classroom, playground, group, individual and routine activities
• Communicates regularly any issues of mutual concern, both verbally and in writing, with parents, school staff, centre staff and outside resources
• Regularly evaluates the program to ensure it meets the needs of individual children and the group; sets goals and meets licensing criteria and public health guidelines
• Maintains accurate attendance verification checks during indoor, outdoor, transitions, and field trips; notes checks on attendance sheets
• Assists to ensure the overall health and safety of children by maintaining a sanitary and safe environment (sanitizing toys and equipment and signing off)
• Prepares children for monthly fire and/or emergency drills and debriefs with the group/individual children afterwards to identify strengths and areas for improvement
• Remains current on the status of all children’s allergies and other special conditions, especially for children in direct care
• Develops and maintains professional relationships with families by providing ongoing support and resources
• Accommodates the parent/guardian’s instructions for daily care routines whenever possible
• Complete other tasks as assigned by Supervisor

Qualifications

• Minimum 1 year experience as Licensed Early Childhood Educator, issued by Early Childhood Registry
• Valid First Aid certificate as required by Childcare Licensing
• Demonstrated understanding of the BC Early Years Framework and childcare licensing regulations
• Able to lift and/or move between 10 pounds up to 30 pounds
• Frequent combinations of sitting, climbing, standing, walking, balancing, bending, crouching, kneeling, and crawling
• Ability to participate in indoor and outdoor activities and environments
• Able to handle exposure to high noise levels, bodily fluids, infectious illness/diseases
• Eligibility for clearance of a Criminal Record Check for Working with Children & Vulnerable Adults

To apply for a rewarding career with us, please submit your cover letter and resume to [e-mail]