Early childhood educator (ECE)

Maple Tree Children's Centre; Victoria; On-site; CAD 32,000 - 52,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Group insurance benefits

Job summary

Maple Tree Children's Centre in Victoria, BC, is seeking an on-site Early Childhood Educator to develop and implement engaging programs that support physical, cognitive, emotional, and social development of children. You will work closely with families and colleagues to create a nurturing learning environment.

The role emphasizes observation, communication with parents, and fostering creativity through arts and activities while maintaining a safe setting.

Qualifications

• ECE Certificate required.
• First Aid and CPR certificates are recommended.
• Experience in child care is an asset.

Responsibilities

• Develop and implement programs supporting children's development.
• Synthesize children’s status and share with parents.
• Encourage creativity through art, drama, music and activities.
• Engage children with stories, songs and crafts.
• Submit written observations to educators or supervisors.
• Establish collaborative relationships with staff and providers.
• Plan and maintain a safe, healthy environment.

Education

ECE Certificate

First Aid Certificate

CPR Certificate

Job description

OVERVIEW

LANGUAGES

English

EDUCATION

• College/CEGEP

EXPERIENCE

Experience an asset

ON SITE

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

WORK SETTING

• Child care centre

RESPONSIBILITIES

TASKS

• Develop and implement child-care programs that support and promote the physical, cognitive, emotional and social development of children
• Synthesize the overall situation of the children and communicate the information to the parents
• 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
• Submit written observations on children to early childhood educators or supervisors
• 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

CREDENTIALS

CERTIFICATES, LICENCES, MEMBERSHIPS, AND COURSES

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

ADDITIONAL INFORMATION

SECURITY AND SAFETY

• Criminal record check

BENEFITS

FINANCIAL BENEFITS

• Group insurance benefits