Early Childhood Educator

Kids & Company Ltd.; Victoria; On-site; Full time

Job summary

An established industry player is seeking a dedicated Early Childhood Educator to join their dynamic team. This role involves creating enriching child-care programs that foster children's physical, cognitive, emotional, and social development. You will lead engaging activities, guide children in daily habits, and collaborate with parents and staff to ensure a supportive environment. With a commitment to quality care and work-life balance, this opportunity offers a fulfilling career path in a nurturing atmosphere. If you are passionate about early childhood education and ready to make a positive impact, this position is perfect for you.

Benefits

Medical Benefits

Dental Benefits

Annual Increases

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree or diploma in early childhood education required.
• Valid ECE Certificate and First Aid/CPR certification needed.

Responsibilities

• Develop and implement child-care programs promoting development.
• Guide children in proper habits and observe for potential issues.
• Establish collaborative relationships with coworkers and providers.

Skills

Child Development

Creative Activities

Behavior Management

Communication Skills

Education

Bachelor's Degree in Early Childhood Education

Valid ECE Certificate

Tools

First Aid Certification

CPR Certification

Job description

Position: Early Childhood Educator

Company: Kids & Company Ltd.
Business Address: 30 Leek Crescent, Suite 103, Richmond Hill, Ontario, L4B 4N4
Work Location: 3500 Uptown Boulevard, Unit 131, Victoria, British Columbia, V8Z 0B9

Business Information:
Kids & Company is dedicated to providing parents with reliable, flexible and enriched superior quality child care solutions to suit the needs of each individual child and family. Our company also partners with many of Canada’s largest and most recognizable corporations to provide work‐life balance solutions through guaranteed flexible child care and other dependent care programs and services.

Type of Employment: Full time ‐ Permanent
Estimated Start Date: As soon as possible

Job Responsibilities:

1. Develop and implement child‐care programs that support and promote the physical, cognitive, emotional and social development of children.
2. Lead activities by telling or reading stories, teaching songs and taking children to local points of interest, provide opportunities to express creativity through the media of art, dramatic play, music and physical activity.
3. Guide and assist children in the development of proper eating, dressing and toilet habits.
4. Observe children for signs of potential learning or behavioural problems and prepare reports for parents, guardians or supervisor.
5. Establish guidelines for behavior.
6. Assess the abilities, interests and needs of children and discuss progress or problems with parents and other staff members.
7. Establish and maintain collaborative relationships with coworkers and community service providers working with children.
8. Plan and maintain an environment that protects the health, security and well-being of children.

Additional Skills:

1. Assist early childhood educators or supervisors in keeping records.
2. Attend staff meetings to discuss progress and problems of children.

Requirements:

• Education: A bachelor’s degree or college diploma in early childhood education is required.
• Valid ECE Certificate is required.
• Experience is an asset.
• Satisfactory criminal record check is required.
• Character references in respect of the person are required.
• A record of the person’s work history/resume is required.
• Copies of any diplomas, certificates or other evidence of training and skills are required.
• Valid First Aid certificate is required.
• Valid CPR certificate is required.

Salary Range: $22.66/hour, plus government funding (if applicable) for 40 hours per week. Wage is commensurate based on experience.
Benefits: We provide medical and dental benefits to full-time staff after 6 months.
Work Schedule: Work schedule is from Monday to Friday (8 hour shift each day that will be scheduled anywhere between 7 am and 6 pm). Flexibility on schedule is required.
Important Information: Employees are eligible for annual increases.

Application:
Apply by e‐mail to: [e-mail]
Apply by mail to: 30 Leek Crescent, Suite 103, Richmond Hill, Ontario, L4B 4N4