early childhood educator (ECE)

Government of Canada; Kelowna; On-site; CAD 30,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

A local government organization in Kelowna is seeking a dedicated early childhood educator. The role involves assessing children's development, implementing educational programs, and supervising staff. Applicants should have an ECE certificate, be attentive to detail, and possess effective communication skills. This position is based on-site with no remote work options available.

Qualifications

• Must possess an Early Childhood Education (ECE) Certificate.
• Criminal record check required.
• Experience in child care is an asset.

Responsibilities

• Assess children's development and prepare tailored learning plans.
• Develop and implement child-care programs.
• Supervise and coordinate activities of early childhood educators.

Skills

Child care experience

Attention to detail

Communication skills

Teamwork

Creativity

Education

Early Childhood Education (ECE) Certificate

College diploma

Job description

Overview Languages

English

Education

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

Experience

Will train

On site

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

Work site environment

• Non-smoking
• Air conditioned

Work setting

• Child care centre

Responsibilities Tasks

• Assess the children’s development in order to prepare a learning plan tailored to his needs.
• Assist co-workers in housekeeping and cooking duties
• 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
• Maintain daycare equipment
• Storytelling
• Supervise staff, trainees or volunteers
• Synthesize the overall situation of the children and communicate the information to the parents
• Assist early childhood educators in carrying out programs that 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
• Order supplies and equipment
• 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
• 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
• Supervise and co-ordinate activities of other early childhood educators and early childhood educator assistants

Supervision

• 5-10 people

Credentials Certificates, licences, memberships, and courses

• Emergency child care first aid and CPR
• Early Childhood Education (ECE) Certificate

Additional information Security and safety

• Criminal record check
• Medical exam

Transportation/travel information

• Own transportation
• Public transportation is available

Work conditions and physical capabilities

• Attention to detail
• Combination of sitting, standing, walking
• Bending, crouching, kneeling