Early Childhood Educator Assistant

Summit Community Services Society; Kimberley; On-site; CAD 42,000 - 54,000; Full time

Job summary

Summit Community Services Society seeks an enthusiastic Early Childhood Educator to join Rocky Mountain Childcare for a 40-hour week position. The educator will plan and lead activities aligned with BC Early Learning Framework and ethics, fostering reading, physical activity, art, and music throughout the day.

The successful candidate will work with co-educators, maintain clear communication with families, and adhere to licensing regulations while keeping a safe, organized environment for

Qualifications

• ECEA Certification is required.
• First Aid Certification is required.
• Food Safe Certification is required.
• Criminal Record Check is required.

Responsibilities

• Plan, carry out and evaluate developmentally appropriate activities for children 3yrs - school age.
• Collaborate with co-educators.
• Maintain open, respectful communication with parents and families.
• Follow Licensing regulations and confidentiality guidelines.
• Maintain an organized and welcoming environment.
• Carry out daily cleaning and sanitizing duties.

Skills

Organization & time management

Team collaboration

Cultural sensitivity

Leadership

Verbal communication

Proactive mindset

Planning ahead

Safety awareness

Education

ECEA Certification

First Aid Certificate

Food Safe Certificate

Criminal Record Check

Job description

Early Childhood Educator

Summit Community Services Society (SCSS) seeks an enthusiastic ECE to join our team. We are posting for a position at Rocky Mountain Childcare for an ECEA for 40 hrs per week. The candidate will practice according to IHA’s child care licensing regulations, the ECE code of ethics and the BC Early Learning Framework. The successful candidate will plan, lead, and guide activities throughout the day, such as reading, physical activity, and creative expression through art and song.

KEY DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES:

• Plan, carry out and evaluate developmentally appropriate activities and experiences for children 3yrs - school age; to encourage independence and growth in all areas of the children’s social, emotional and physical development.
• Work in collaboration with co-educators.
• Maintain open, respectful and positive communication with co-educators; parents and family members.
• Follow and uphold all Licensing regulations and confidentiality guidelines.
• Maintain an organized and a welcoming environment.
• Carry out regular daily cleaning and sanitizing duties.

EDUCATION AND TRAINING REQUIRED

• ECEA Certification
• First Aid Certificate
• Food Safe Certificate
• Criminal Record Check

JOB SKILLS AND ABILITIES

• Good Organization and time management skills.
• Ability to work in partnership with team members.
• Sensitive and responsive to cultural differences in the client population.
• Positive, caring and compassionate attitude
• Safety conscious with keen observational skills
• Excellent leadership skills and confidence in giving direction
• Excellent verbal communication skills
• Ability to motivate others and be proactive
• Ability to be organized and plan ahead