early childhood educator (ECE)

Employment and Social Development Canada; Kelowna; On-site; CAD 30,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading company in child care services is seeking dedicated individuals to provide care and developmental support to children in Kelowna. Candidates will help assess child development, implement learning plans, and oversee daily activities including feeding and supervision. This full-time position requires a college certificate and the ability to work on-site, embracing a nurturing environment for early education.

Qualifications

• Education in early childhood development or related field.
• Willing to train candidates with potential and interest.
• Understanding of licensing regulations in child care.

Responsibilities

• Assess children's development and prepare tailored learning plans.
• Supervise and lead activities for infants and toddlers.
• Establish and maintain collaborative relationships with parents and staff.

Skills

Child development assessment

Creativity

Communication

Supervision

Problem observation

Education

College certificate or diploma (1-2 years)

Job description

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Job details

• Location Kelowna , BC V1W 5C4
• Salary 26.00 hourly / 35 to 40 hours per week
• Terms of employment Permanent employment Full time
• Shift
• Starts as soon as possible
• Source Job Bank #3339971

Overview

Languages

Education

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

Experience

Will train

Work must be completed at the physical location. There is no option to work remotely.

Responsibilities

Tasks

• Assess the children’s development in order to prepare a learning plan tailored to his needs.
• Bathe, diaper and feed infants and toddlers
• Develop and implement child-care programs that support and promote the physical, cognitive, emotional and social development of children
• Supervise staff, trainees or volunteers
• Synthesize the overall situation of the children and communicate the information to the parents
• Lead activities by telling or reading stories, teaching songs and taking children to local points of interest
• Encourage children to express creativity through the media of art, dramatic play, music and physical activity
• Engage children in activities by telling stories, teaching songs and preparing crafts
• Guide and assist children in the development of proper eating, dressing and toilet habits
• Prepare snacks and arrange rooms or furniture for lunch and rest periods
• Observe children for signs of potential learning or behavioural problems and prepare reports for parents, guardians or supervisor
• Submit written observations on children to early childhood educators or supervisors
• Discuss progress and problems of children at staff meetings
• 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
• Plan and organize activities for school-age children in child-care programs before and after regular school hours

Who can apply for this job?

The employer accepts applications from:

• Canadian citizens and permanent or temporary residents of Canada
• other candidates, with or without a valid Canadian work permit

Advertised until

2025-07-25

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