early childhood supervisor

Government of Canada - Northern; New Westminster; On-site; CAD 40,000 - 55,000; Full time

Job summary

A government agency in British Columbia is seeking an Early Childhood Educator to work on-site in a child care center. Responsibilities include developing child-care programs, assessing children's development, and supervising staff. Candidates must possess an Early Childhood Education Certificate and a First Aid Certificate, along with relevant experience. This role does not offer remote work options.

Qualifications

• Early Childhood Education (ECE) Certificate is required.
• First Aid Certificate is required.
• 1-2 years of experience in child care.

Responsibilities

• Assess children's development and prepare tailored learning plans.
• Develop and implement child-care programs.
• Supervise staff and volunteers.
• Engage children in activities and guide their development.
• Observe children for learning or behavioral issues.

Job description

Overview

Languages: English

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

There is on-site work and a child care setting.

Education

• College, CEGEP or other non-university certificate or diploma from a program of 3 months to less than 1 year

Experience

1 year to less than 2 years

Work setting

• Child care centre

Responsibilities

• Assess the children’s development in order to prepare a learning plan tailored to his needs.


• Develop and implement child-care programs that support and promote the physical, cognitive, emotional and social development of children


• Supervise staff, trainees or volunteers


• Lead activities by telling or reading stories, teaching songs and taking children to local points of interest


• Order supplies and equipment


• 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


• Observe children for signs of potential learning or behavioural problems and prepare reports for parents, guardians or supervisor


• 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


• 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

• Early Childhood Education (ECE) Certificate


• First Aid Certificate