early childhood educator (E.C.E.)

Chabad of Vancouver Island; Victoria; On-site; CAD 45,000 - 55,000; Full time

Job summary

A local child care center in Victoria is looking for a dedicated Child Care Supervisor to implement developmental programs and supervise other educators. This role requires an Early Childhood Education Certificate, strong communication skills, and the ability to foster a creative environment. Applicants should possess a strong sense of responsibility and teamwork to support children's learning and well-being.

Benefits

Dental plan

Health care plan

Flexible working hours

Qualifications

• College, CEGEP or equivalent experience in child care.
• Knowledge of licensing regulations is essential.
• Criminal record check and immunization records required.

Responsibilities

• Develop programs for children's developmental support.
• Supervise and coordinate activities of educators and assistants.
• Observe children and prepare reports for parents.

Skills

Experience in child care

Excellent oral communication

Punctuality

Team player

Education

Early Childhood Education (ECE) Certificate

First Aid Certificate

CPR Certificate

Job description

Work Term : Permanent

Work Language : English

Hours : 40 hours per week

Education : College, CEGEP or other non-university certificate or diploma from a program of 1 year to 2 years

Experience : Experience an asset

or equivalent experience

Work site environment

• Non-smoking
• Air conditioned

Work setting

• Child care centre

Tasks

• Develop and implement child-care programs that support and promote the physical, cognitive, emotional and social development of children
• Lead activities by telling or reading stories, teaching songs and taking children to local points of interest
• Assist early childhood educators or supervisors in keeping records
• Encourage children to express creativity through the media of art, dramatic play, music and physical activity
• Guide and assist children in the development of proper eating, dressing and toilet habits
• Observe children for signs of potential learning or behavioural problems and prepare reports for parents, guardians or supervisor
• Knowledge of licensing regulations
• Establish guidelines for behaviour
• Attend staff meetings to discuss progress and problems of children
• Establish and maintain collaborative relationships with co-workers and community service providers working with children
• Plan and maintain an environment that protects the health, security and well-being of children
• Supervise and co-ordinate activities of other early childhood educators and early childhood educator assistants

Supervision

• 5-10 people

Certificates, licences, memberships, and courses

• Early Childhood Education (ECE) Certificate
• First Aid Certificate
• CPR Certificate

Security and safety

• Criminal record check
• Immunization records

Transportation / travel information

• Own transportation

Work conditions and physical capabilities

• Repetitive tasks
• Attention to detail
• Combination of sitting, standing, walking

Personal suitability

• Punctuality
• Excellent oral communication
• Flexibility
• Reliability
• Team player
• Values and ethics

Health benefits

• Dental plan
• Health care plan

Other benefits

• Other benefits