On-Call Certified Early Childhood Educator

Simplication; Vernon; On-site; CAD 20,000 - 28,000; Part time

Job summary

Okanagan Indian Band is seeking an On-Call Early Childhood Educator to support children at our Daycare. The role focuses on building a solid, safe foundation across physical, intellectual, emotional, social, and cultural development, while partnering with parents for a holistic approach to care and education.

The successful candidate will join a welcoming team and contribute to a program aligned with the centre’s philosophy, ensuring safety and active engagement in daily activities and events.

Qualifications

• ECE certification required.
• First Aid certification as per Schedule C of licensing regulations requested.
• Experience working with children under six preferred.
• Experience working with First Nations communities is an asset.

Responsibilities

• Plan and prepare a quality program based on the centre’s philosophy.
• Plan, organize and lead daily activities for intellectual, physical and emotional growth.
• Encourage cooperation and participation of all children in activities.
• Create a safe and secure environment.
• Liaise with co-workers and other professionals to meet the needs of the children.
• Provide interaction with children as a group and individually as required.
• Maintain health and safety; observe health signs and administer basic First Aid as needed.
• Maintain hygiene, supervise indoor and outdoor play.

Skills

Early Childhood Education

Cultural awareness

Professional collaboration

Education

ECE Certification

First Aid Certification

Job description

We are looking to for an On-Call Early Childhood Educators to support children at our Daycare.

The On Call Early Childhood Educator is to provide a solid and safe foundation for the children which fosters their physical, intellectual, emotional, social, creative and very necessary cultural development as an individual and as a member of a group. It is important to value the contributions and needs of the parents and to work in partnership with them in providing care and education.

WHAT WE OFFER

The OKIB offers a welcoming team environment and a rewarding job experience as you join us in providing services to the Okanagan Indian Band.

SUPPORTS NEEDED

Education Program

• Plan and prepare a quality program based on the centre’s philosophy
• Plan, organize and lead daily activities designed to stimulate the intellectual, physical and emotional growth of children
• Encourage cooperation and participation of all children in planned activities
• Create a safe and secure environment
• Liaise with co-workers and other professionals to meet the needs of the children

Child Guidance

• Treat each child with dignity, respect, love, sensitivity and care
• Use guidance techniques that are age-appropriate, fair, and encourage socially acceptable behaviour
• Adhere to the B.C. Child Care Licensing Regulations
• Provide interaction with the children as a group and as required on an individual basis

Health and Safety

• Observe for signs of ill health upon arrival and throughout the day
• Monitor and record signs and symptoms of ill health and inform the Room Supervisor
• Implement the scheduled housekeeping duties
• Ensure hazardous materials and products are stored and locked in a safe place
• Teach health and nutrition, rest habits and personal hygiene
• Maintain hygiene practices
• Follow the policy for administration of medication
• Administer basic First Aid as required
• Maintain constant supervision of indoor and outdoor play

Parent Liaison

• Maintain a positive liaison with parents
• Encourage open communication with parents concerning the needs and progress of their child
• Respond to questions concerning policies
• Contribute to the monthly parent newsletter
• Participate in the planning and implementing of special events, workshops and meetings for parents
• Act as a resource person

Additional

• All persons employed by the Okanagan Indian Band may be required to assist the Band in providing emergency services. Duties assigned during an emergency may differ from regular duties.
• Participate in community events as requested

QUALIFICATIONS

Education & Experience

• Early Childhood Educator Certification
• Current First Aid Certificate as per Schedule C of the Child Care Licensing Regulations
• Experience working with children under the age of six
• Experience working with First Nations communities is an asset
• Experience working with confidential information

Preference may be given to those having knowledge of the Okanagan culture and traditions