ECE 3-5 - the Alex Early Care & Learning Centre

Atira Women's Resource Society; Coquitlam; On-site; Full time

Job summary

Join a forward-thinking nonprofit organization dedicated to fostering the holistic development of children. As part of a dynamic team at The Alex Early Care & Learning Centre, you will play a vital role in creating inclusive and engaging programs that support the growth of young children. This full-time position offers a collaborative environment where your skills in communication and understanding of child development will shine. With a commitment to inclusion and community, this role is perfect for passionate individuals eager to make a difference in the lives of children and families. If you are ready to embrace a mission-driven approach to childcare, this opportunity is for you.

Benefits

Generous leave

Benefits package

Pension package

Government Approved Wage Enhancement

Qualifications

• BC Early Childhood Educator license is required for this position.
• Experience with infants and children with complex needs is an asset.

Responsibilities

• Plan and implement quality programs for young children.
• Maintain healthy relationships with children and families.

Skills

Team Collaboration

Effective Communication

Understanding Child Development

Respect for Young Children's Competency

Education

BC Early Childhood Educator License

Infant and Toddler Certificate

Special Needs Certificate

Tools

First Aid Certification

Job description

ECE 3-5 - the Alex Early Care & Learning Centre

Job Category: Child Care

Requisition Number: ECEIN001816

Posted: January 30, 2025

Type: Internal & External candidate - Full-Time (Indeterminate)

Hours of Work: 40 hours per week; (Monday through Friday); Rotating shifts 7:15 a.m. to 6:30 p.m., may change dependent on program and children’s needs.

Compensation: $21.43 per hour, plus Government Approved Wage Enhancement for all hours worked directly with children to fully licensed ECE Staff. Plus, a generous leave, benefits and pension package.

Program & Location: The Alex Early Care & Learning Centre – Coquitlam

Union: BC Government Employee’s Union (BCGEU) - This position requires union membership.

Deadline: By noon Thursday, February 6th, 2025

About Us:
Atira Women's Resource Society is an award-winning nonprofit organization known for its inclusionary hiring practices. We believe childcare should foster the development of the whole child – socially, physically, intellectually, creatively, and emotionally. This philosophy is at the core of The Alex Early Care & Learning Centre, our inclusive licensed child care centre in Richmond, BC.

About You:
• You embrace Atira’s mission, vision, values, and philosophy.
• You want to collaborate with a team to plan and implement quality programs for young children, maintain healthy relationships, and communicate effectively and respectfully with children, families, and other team members.
• You believe in and respect the competency of young children.
• You understand the impact of our interactions and relationships with children on their development, learning, sense of identity, and overall well-being.
• You are aware of the expectations and requirements of Community Care Licensing.
• You work within the ECEBC Code of Ethics.
We are committed to hiring women who reflect the women who access our services and the communities in which we work. Significant consideration will be given to women who meet the qualifications and who are First Nations Métis and Inuk, or who speak Punjabi, Mandarin, Tagalog, Hindi, or Korean, in addition to English. We are especially interested in applications from women who live in and are familiar with the local community.

Additional Requisites/Assets:
• A BC Early Childhood Educator license to practice is required.
• An Infant and Toddler certificate is an asset.
• Special Needs certificate is an asset.
• Experience working with infants, toddlers, and children with complex needs is an asset.
• A valid child-oriented First Aid Certificate is required.
• Physical ability to perform the duties of the position.
• Covid-19 (including booster) and annual flu vaccinations are recommended.
• Legal authorization to work in Canada.
• All positions are subject to a Criminal Records Review (Submitted by Atira).

Application Process:
Provide a cover letter with a current resume describing how you meet or exceed the above-noted qualifications. Resumes with a cover letter unique to Atira are guaranteed a review. Candidates who lack the experience and qualifications set out in the posting may not be considered, although an exceptional cover letter and transferable skills may overcome lack of experience for some positions. Please go to atira.bc.ca/careers for a current list of postings.