early childhood supervisor

Fraser Montessori Daycare Inc; New Westminster; On-site; CAD 40,000 - 50,000; Full time

Job summary

A local childcare center is seeking an Early Childhood Educator to assess development, implement childcare programs, and supervise staff. The ideal candidate will have an ECE Certificate and experience in a child care setting. This permanent position offers 30 hours of work per week, focused on fostering holistic development in children.

Qualifications

• Experience with children aged 0-5 in a daycare environment.
• Ability to prepare individualized learning plans.
• Knowledge of licensing regulations.

Responsibilities

• Assess children's development and prepare tailored learning plans.
• Develop and implement childcare programs.
• Supervise staff and engage children in activities.

Skills

Child development assessment

Child-care program development

Supervision skills

Storytelling and teaching songs

Behavioral observation

Education

Early Childhood Education (ECE) Certificate

First Aid Certificate

Job description

Education

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

Work setting

• Child care centre

Tasks

• 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

Certificates, licences, memberships, and courses

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

Experience

• 1 year to less than 2 years

Support for newcomers and refugees

• Assists with immediate settlement needs of newcomers and / or refugees (for example : housing, transportation, storage, childcare, winter clothing, etc.)
• Supports social and labour market integration of newcomers and / or refugees (for example : facilitating access to community resources, language training, skills training, etc.)

Support for Indigenous people

• Offers mentorship, coaching and / or networking opportunities for Indigenous workers
• Develops and maintains relationships with indigenous communities, indigenous-owned businesses and organizations
• Provides cultural competency training and / or awareness training to all employees to create a welcoming work environment for Indigenous workers

Durée de l'emploi : Permanent

Langue de travail : Anglais

Heures de travail : 30 hours per week