Early Childhood Educator - Play & Nature-Based Programs

Comox Valley Schools - School District 71; Courtenay; On-site; CAD 37,000 - 42,000; Part time

Job summary

School District 71 is seeking a part-time Program Worker - Early Childhood Educator to support the Strong Start program and primary classrooms in Courtenay, BC. The role involves planning play-based activities, assisting with early learning experiences, and collaborating with teachers to create inclusive, place-based learning environments.

The position requires a BC ECE certificate, First Aid with CPR, and several years of related experience.

Qualifications

• Certificate or diploma in Early Childhood Education; BC ECE Certification; Forest and Nature School Practitioner or equivalent nature-based experience.
• Training and experience planning high quality play and place-based learning in school settings; familiarity with Early Learning Framework.

Responsibilities

• Support Strong Start program and/or primary classrooms; collaborate with teachers to plan and implement play and place-based programming.
• Support development of physical, cognitive, emotional, and social skills in learning environments, indoors and outdoors.
• Document student learning and provide information to teachers for home/school communication; plan daily activities.
• Attend monthly meetings and participate in ongoing collaborative planning with school staff.
• Maintain a safe, inclusive, and supportive learning environment aligned with First Peoples Principles of Learning.

Skills

Interpersonal skills

Communication skills

Collaborative

Cultural sensitivity

Creativity

Education

Certificate or diploma in Early Childhood Education

BC Early Childhood Education Certification

Forest and Nature School Practitioner

Standard First Aid Certification with CPR

Tools

Microsoft Word

Microsoft Excel

Job description

School District 71 is seeking a part-time Program Worker - Early Childhood Educator to support the Strong Start program and primary classrooms in Courtenay, BC. The role involves planning play-based activities, assisting with early learning experiences, and collaborating with teachers to create inclusive, place-based learning environments.

The position requires a BC ECE certificate, First Aid with CPR, and several years of related experience.