early childhood educator (ECE) assistant

Yukon Montessori; Whitehorse; On-site; CAD 60,000 - 80,000; Full time

Job summary

A local education institution in Whitehorse seeks an Early Childhood Educator Assistant to develop and implement child-care programs and lead educational activities. The ideal candidate will possess ECE level 1 certification, first aid training, and experience in child supervision. This permanent, full-time role offers a competitive salary ranging from $20.89 to $34.80 hourly.

Benefits

Paid time off (volunteering or personal days)

Parking available

Qualifications

• Must have ECE level 1 certification.
• First Aid and CPR certification are essential.
• Experience in child supervision and program development is required.

Responsibilities

• Develop and implement child-care programs.
• Lead educational activities for children.
• Observe children's development and report signs of issues.
• Supervise and coordinate activities of other educators and assistants.

Skills

Child care program development

Child supervision

Collaborative relationship building

Observation and reporting

Education

Child development assistant (ECE level 1)

Montessori Early Childhood Teacher Certificate

First Aid Certificate

CPR Certificate

Job description

early childhood educator (ECE) assistant

Job details

• Location Whitehorse , YT Y1A 0K5
• Salary 20.89 to 34.80 hourly (To be negotiated) / 37.5 hours per week
• Terms of employment Permanent employment Full time

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

Responsibilities

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
• 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
• 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

Credentials

Certificates, licences, memberships, and courses

• Child development assistant (ECE level 1)
• First Aid Certificate
• Montessori Early Childhood Teacher Certificate
• CPR Certificate
• Disability benefits
• Paramedical services coverage
• Bonus
• Group insurance benefits
• Life insurance

Other benefits

• Paid time off (volunteering or personal days)
• Parking available

Who can apply for this job?

You can apply if you are:

• a permanent resident of Canada
• a temporary resident of Canada with a valid work permit

Do not apply if you are not authorized to work in Canada. The employer will not respond to your application.

Advertised until

2025-11-16