Nature Kindergarten Early Childhood Educator On-Call

St. Clement's School; Victoria; On-site; CAD 30,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

An established educational institution is seeking passionate Nature Kindergarten Early Childhood Educators for on-call positions. This role emphasizes outdoor education and environmental stewardship, allowing children to learn through nature. Candidates will need to exhibit flexibility, strong communication skills, and the ability to work collaboratively with teachers and community partners. The position requires a commitment to diversity and inclusion, ensuring a welcoming environment for all. If you are enthusiastic about fostering a love for nature and learning in young children, this opportunity is perfect for you.

Qualifications

• Completion of Grade 12 and valid Early Childhood Educator License required.
• Experience in diverse Early Childhood Education settings is essential.

Responsibilities

• Support the Kindergarten teacher in outdoor education programs.
• Engage with students in various weather conditions and environments.

Skills

Child Development Knowledge

Communication Skills

Organizational Skills

Collaboration

Outdoor Education Training

First Aid Certification

Education

Grade 12 Graduation

Diploma in Early Childhood Education

Valid Early Childhood Educator License

Job description

NATURE KINDERGARTEN EARLY CHILDHOOD EDUCATOR

ON-CALL

School District No. 62 (Sooke) is presently seeking on-call Nature Kindergarten Early Childhood Educators.

Adjacent to Victoria on southern Vancouver Island, School District No. 62 (Sooke) is the fastest growing school district on Vancouver Island and one of the fastest growing districts in British Columbia. The District operates in five municipalities: Langford, Colwood, Metchosin, Sooke and the Highlands and acknowledges the traditional territories of the Coast Salish: T’Sou-ke Nation and Scia’new Nation and Nuu-chah-nulth: Pacheedaht Nation. We also recognize some of our schools reside on the traditional territory of Esquimalt Nation and Songhees Nation.

QUALIFICATIONS:

1. Completion of Grade 12 graduation and Diploma and valid Early Childhood Educator License to Practice.
2. Ability to work under the direction of the Administrator, and collaboratively with a number of school district and community partners.
3. Knowledge of child development and the Early Learning Framework.
4. Successful experience in a variety of Early Childhood Education settings, working with diverse populations.
5. Training and experience in outdoor education with younger children.
6. Strong verbal and written communication skills.
7. Good organization and planning skills.
8. Knowledge and understanding of Aboriginal culture, as well as historic and present issues facing Aboriginal communities.
9. Current First Aid training and certification, and experience mitigating risks for young children in an outdoor environment.

RESPONSIBLE TO: School Principal or Administrator

SUPERVISES: N/A

PROGRAM GOAL: The Nature Kindergarten Program is modeled on forest school programs in Northern Europe, Australia and New Zealand with a significant focus on environmental stewardship, the environment as a co-teacher, the involvement of other educational partners, daily interactions with the outdoor natural environment regardless of weather, and engagement with Local and Traditional Ways of Knowing. Every morning, the program will take place away from the Elementary School grounds and the Early Childhood Educator (ECE) will need to problem solve and address unforeseen circumstances together with the teacher while outdoors. The ECE will be outdoors during all types of weather (e.g. sun, wind, rain, sleet, snow, etc.), and will be required to walk at least 2 km with students every day. The ECE will work collaboratively in a supporting role to the Kindergarten teacher, a program development and design team, parents, community partners, and academic researchers. Flexibility is required.

School District No. 62 (Sooke) is an equal opportunity employer that is committed to diversity, equity and inclusion in the workplace that is free of discrimination and harassment. We believe in a learning and work environment that is welcoming and safe that values, reflects and appreciates differences.

We thank all applicants for their interest, however, only those candidates selected for further consideration will be contacted.