Early Childhood Educator

YMCA of Greater Vancouver; Vanderhoof; Sur place; CAD 62 000 - 70 000; Plein temps

Avantages offerts par ce poste

Vacation & sick time

Gym membership

Medical & dental benefits

Training & development

Employee assistance program

Reduced childcare rates

Be part of a charitable organization

Résumé du poste

YMCA Vanderhoof Care and Learning Centre is seeking an Early Childhood Educator for a full-time permanent role in Vanderhoof, BC. The position offers a 40-hour workweek, with shifts Mon-Fri 7:30am–5:00pm, and a start date as soon as possible.

The ECE Educator will implement the YMCA Playing to Learn curriculum, provide engaging activities, and foster strong relationships with families and staff. Competitive benefits and professional development opportunities are provided.

Qualifications

• Basic ECE(A) certification from a program recognized in British Columbia.
• Strong verbal and written communication skills.
• Emergency First Aid and CPR-C & AED certificate required (to be obtained within 30 days after the start date).

Responsabilités

• Provide quality care and creative programming directly to the children.
• Build meaningful and positive relationships with children and families.
• Deliver high quality and age-appropriate programs based on the YMCA Playing to Learn curriculum.

Connaissances

ECE certification

Strong communication

First Aid & CPR-C & AED

Formation

ECE Certificate (BC)

Outils

Weemarkable app

Description du poste

CC - Vanderhoof Child Care - NBC Full-Time Permanent Non-Management Vanderhoof, BC, CA

Position Title: Early Childhood Educator

Location: YMCA Vanderhoof Care and Learning Centre (186 Columbia St W, Vanderhoof, BC V0J 0A8)

Term: Permanent, Full-Time

Hours: 40 hours per week

Shift: Monday - Friday rotating shifts between 7:30am - 5:00pm

Start Date: As soon as possible

Salary: $ 31.56 per hour for ECE Certificate (Includes $6 per hour Provincial Wage Enhancement Program)

Reports To: Supervisor

• Competitive vacation and paid sick time
• Free YMCA Gym Membership+ Y@Home
• Eligibility for Extended Medical and Dental Benefits
• Training and Professional Development Opportunities
• Extensive Employee assistance program
• Reduced childcare rates and priority placement for YMCA Staff
• Be part of a charitable organization that positively impacts the community

*Some benefits may vary based on region and employment terms

Nature & Scope

Early childhood educators (ECE, ECE-IT/ SN) at the YMCA ensure a safe and engaging environment for all children. By adhering to the YMCA Playing to Learn curriculum, they design, and lead activities tailored to the interests and developmental stages of the children in their care. These educators also cultivate and maintain strong, positive relationships with parents, fellow educators, and community partners to deliver high-quality childcare within the communities we serve.

Major Responsibilities - in this position, you will :

• Provide quality care and creative programming directly to the children
• Build meaningful and positive relationships with children and families
• Work with your team to create a supportive and safe environment for both staff and families
• Deliver high quality andage-appropriateprograms based on the YMCA Playing to Learn curriculum
• Ensure constant active supervisor and collaborate as a team to facilitate smooth transitions between play areas.
• Utilize our parent communication app ( Weemarkable ) toprovide daily communication and updates
• Keep a clean and safe environment – in all program areas and common spaces
• Follow all YMCA, Child Care Facility Licensing (CCFL) and legal requirements, including YMCA Playing to Learn curriculum standards

Qualification - you bring :

• Basic ECE(A) certification from a program recognized in British Columbia
• Special NeedsEducator (SNE) isan asset
• Strong verbal and written communication skills
• Anytraining related to child growth anddevelopmentis an asset
• Emergency First Aidand CPR-C & AED certificate required (to be obtained within 30 days after the start date)
• Successful candidate will be required to provide 3 satisfactory references
• Successful candidates will be required to provide a current and satisfactory Criminal Record check with a Vulnerable sector search issued no later than six (6) months preceding the start date.

About YMCA BC:

By igniting belonging and championing health equity, YMCA BC strengthens the foundations of community. With over 3,000 employees and volunteers, YMCA BC serves 150,000 individuals of all ages, backgrounds and abilities across hundreds of service locations, from the Sunshine Coast to Fort St. John.

As a charity, YMCA BC promotes equitable access to healthier outcomes by providing vital programs and services to help address many of our communities' most pressing social issues, including health and wellness, affordable child care and camps, mental health, employment services and community health.

We believe there is potential inside all of us and envision vibrant, healthy and inclusive communities for all.

YMCA BC is firmly committed to equity, diversity, inclusion, and belonging (EDIB).By taking an intersectional approach to our programs and services, the YMCA is committed to creating spaces and experiences where everyone feels safe, welcome, and like they belong. Learn more at YMCA BC | Fitness, Aquatics, Child Care, Camps & Community Programs

YMCA BC is committed to creating an inclusive, accessible environment where all members of our community feel valued, respected, and supported. We encourage applications from the diverse communities in which we live and serve, including but not limited to people of colour , Indigenous people, persons with disabilities, and persons of any sexual orientation or gender identity. We have established policies, procedures, and practices to meet accessibility standards throughout the hiring process. Should you require any accommodation throughout the recruitment process, please do not hesitate to contact our People Services department.

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