Early Childhood Educator (Casual)

Tsleil-Waututh Nation; North Vancouver; On-site; CAD 39,950 - 48,216; Full time

Job summary

Tsleil-Waututh Nation Child and Family Development Centre invites applications for an Early Childhood Educator Assistant role in North Vancouver. Under the supervision of the Manager, you will help provide quality, inclusive child care and family support services to the community.

The position requires licensing compliance, developmentally appropriate programming for children under 3 and 3-5, and collaboration with staff and families to support positive child outcomes.

Qualifications

• ECE assistant certification or license to practice.
• Bachelor's degree in related field is an asset.
• Minimum 1 year experience with children in childcare/recreation setting.
• Valid First Aid/CPR certificate.
• Up-to-date immunizations and TB test.
• Medical practitioner statement of physical and psychological capability.
• Willingness to participate in training and courses.
• Must be flexible to changing schedules.
• Experience in a First Nations community is an asset.
• Criminal Records Check required.

Responsibilities

• Ensure Early Childhood Education program meets licensing regulations daily.
• Adhere to the Centre’s philosophy and Schedule D of the Regulation.
• Develop a curriculum developmentally appropriate for under 3 and 3-5.
• Prepare activity documentation to support childcare learning.
• Collaborate with management and staff to tailor curriculum and family services.
• Promote positive guidance and communications with parents/guardians.
• Maintain a neat, safe, and clean environment; protect confidentiality.
• Support diapering/toileting as needed; supervise feeding times.
• Ensure children are safe at all times and respond to risks.

Skills

Strong work ethic

Team player

Conflict management

Independent work ability

Time management

Organizational skills

Interpersonal communication

Mentoring peers

Adaptability

Education

ECE Assistant certification

Bachelor's degree asset

Job description

$29.51 to $34.72 hourly based on qualifications and experience

JOB SUMMARY:

The successful incumbent will work under the direction of the Manager, Tsleil-Waututh Nation Child and Family Development Centre and in cooperation with staff to provide quality, inclusive child care and family support services.

DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES:

• Ensure the Early Childhood Education program meets all requirements of the Child Care Licensing Regulations on a daily basis.
• Adhere to the Child and Family Development Centre’s philosophy and Schedule D(&G) of the Child Care Licensing Regulation
• Building a curriculum that is developmentally appropriate for children under 3 and/or children 3-5.
• Prepare activity documentation to support childcare learning
• Cooperate with management and staff to individualize the curriculum and family services.
• Ensure guidance of children that encourages positive self-esteem.
• Ensure positive communications with parents/guardians.
• Contribute to the on-going operation of the Centre.
• Facilitate a respectful conflict resolution process when dealing with difficult staff and parent/guardian issues.
• Implement a problem-solving approach with practical solutions when faced with difficult situations.
• Maintain a neat, orderly and clean environment in all activity and program areas.
• Maintain confidentiality of all information related to the Centre, staff, children and their families.
• Encourage potty training and/or change diapers when needed.
• Supervising while children are eating and bottle feeding
• Ensure that children are safe at all times and recognize children who are potentially at risk and take appropriate action.
• Perform other related duties as required.

QUALIFICATIONS:

• Certification for Early Childhood Educator Assistant, ECE and/or Infant Toddler License to Practice.
• Bachelors’ degree in related field is an asset.
• Previous experience of 1 year working with children in a child care/recreation setting.
• Valid First Aid/CPR Certificate.
• Up-to-date record of immunizations and tuberculosis test.
• Statement from a medical practitioner indicating adequate physical and psychological capability to work with children and carry out assigned duties.
• Willingness to participate in work-related courses, seminars and training as required.
• Must maintain regular attendance and be flexible to accommodate changing schedules as needed
• Previous experience working in a First Nations community and/or organization is an asset.
• Must successfully pass a Criminal Records Check.

SKILLS, KNOWLEDGE, AND ABILITIES

• Strong work ethic and positive team attitude.
• Self-motivated and proactive when dealing with conflicts.
• Above average ability to work independently, multi-task, time management, organizational skills
• Strong interpersonal and communication skills.
• Anticipates and is consistently responsive and responsible to address issues and concerns at work.
• Ability to mentor and coach peers.
• Ability to be adaptable to change in varied situations.
• Maintain knowledge and understanding of the Tsleil-Waututh Child & Family Development Centre Family Handbook.
• Knowledge of early childhood development, observation and assessment.
• Understanding of early childhood curriculum, assessment, evaluation and reporting.
• Knowledge of First Nations cultures and backgrounds is an asset.

WORKING CONDITIONS:

Physical Demands

• While performing the duties of this job, the employee is regularly required to stand; walk; sit; reach and lift.
• Must be able to lift up to 15 kgs and move/react quickly to ensure the safety of children.
• Must be able to get down to the child’s level and be on the floor.

Mental Focus

• This role requires the ability to manage a number of requests and situations at one time.

Environmental Conditions

• The work environment is active and noise levels vary from quiet to loud.
• Risk of illness or infection from changing diapers, cleaning body fluids and performing first aid etc.