OPEN TO PUBLIC-Early Childhood Educator-AOC (Level 1-3)

Kwanlin Dün; Whitehorse; On-site; CAD 25,000 - 36,000; Part time

Benefits offered by this job

Meals provided

Job summary

Dusk'a Head Start Family Learning Centre in Whitehorse, Yukon, is seeking qualified Level 1 to 3 Early Childhood Educators for an on-call role with potential to become permanent. You will support children 18 months to 5 years, contribute to Aboriginal Head Start programming, and work within a culturally driven centre.

Applicants should have an ECE Level 1–3 designation (Diploma preferred) and experience with First Nations’ language and culture.

Qualifications

• Equivalent combo of post-secondary education with current childcare experience considered.
• Level 1–3 ECE designation required or equivalent.
• Experience in First Nations or cultural capacity is an asset.

Responsibilities

• Plan, develop and implement recreational, social, life skills and parenting activities for First Nation children.
• Contribute to and enhance Aboriginal Head Start programming within the centre.
• Collaborate with families and caregivers to support holistic child development.

Skills

Teamwork

Listening skills

Observational skills

Problem solving

Tact and confidentiality

Cross-cultural sensitivity

Interpersonal skills

Education

Level 1–3 ECE designation

Diploma in Early Childhood Education

Job description

This position will remain open until filled and may close within 24 hours of receiving the eligible applicant.

Dusk'a Head Start Family Learning Centre is seeking qualified Level 1 to 3 Early Childhood Educators to join their awesome team on an on-call basis. Hours range from 7-35 per week with the opportunity to become permanent.

We are looking for contributing individuals to add to and enhance programming at Dusk'a. If you love working with children 18 months to 5 years of age, are compassionate, kind and truly enjoy working with young children, we would love to hear from you! Cultural programming is delivered in our Centre and daily meals and snacks are provided to children by the in-house cook in our kitchen facility.

Our Centre provides a holistic service, folding families/caregivers into the child development process while responding to special and individual child development needs, and building a strong sense of place, belonging and self-identity with respect to language and culture. The core program for the Centre is based on the Aboriginal Head Start Program with an emphasis on integrated early learning focused on whole family learning, aboriginal language and culture, and support for individual and special needs.

Required Qualifications (what we look for on your resume)

An equivalent combination of post-secondary education (i.e.: Diploma), combined with significant current/lived experience in the areas identified above, will equally be considered.

• Level 1 to Level 3 Early Childhood Education designation;
• Recent experience working in a child care setting with children 18 months - 5 years of age;
• Experience working in a First Nations' early learning setting, or First Nations' cultural capacity would be an asset;
• Experience planning, developing, and implementing a variety of recreational, social, life skill and parenting programming and activities relevant to First Nation children which meet group and individual needs;

Required knowledge and skills (what we interview/assess on):

• Strong interpersonal skills including teamwork;
• Strong listening skills and good observational skills;
• Ability to effectively resolve problems and deal with conflict or difficult situations with children and adults;
• Tact, diplomacy and confidentiality;
• Ability to establish acceptance and trust with child, family & at community level;
• Cross cultural sensitivity, awareness and understanding;

Knowledge of Yukon First Nations history within formalized education systems, residential schools and on-going intergenerational effects specific to education and social programming is an asset. Familiarity with Kwanlin Dün First Nation history, culture, goals and aspirations is required for success in the role.

Conditions of employment / job requirements include:

• Early Childhood Level 1 to 3 Certification/Designation and a commitment to maintain and continue education (paid by the employer);
• An acceptable pre-employment criminal records check with vulnerable sector search;
• A valid Standard First Aid & CPR-C certificate;
• Medical health requirements: TB Test, Immunization Record, "fit to work with children" designation from medical doctor;
• Valid Yukon Class 5 Driver's license, Class 4 is an asset.

We thank all those who apply however only those selected for further consideration will be contacted.

Note: The KDFN Hiring Preference Policy is in effect. KDFN reserves the right to underfill/provide developmental opportunities for this position.

Note: An eligibility list may be established and maintained on file for 1-year from the date of creation.