Overview
Located at the Uy’sqwalawun Childcare Centre & Headstart Program in Nanoose First Nation, the Early Childhood Educator (ECE) reports to the Daycare Manager and is responsible for implementing developmentally appropriate early childhood programs that meet the observed needs of the children and leading children in activities to stimulate and develop their intellectual, physical, and emotional growth.
The purpose of the Early Childhood Educator (ECE) position is to provide direct care to children, from birth to 6 years of age. The position encourages children’s intellectual, physical and emotional growth.
Qualifications
· Early Childhood Educator License - Early Childhood Educator Certification
· Current Child Care First Aid certificate.
· Ability to provide professional references.
· Diplomas, certificates or other evidence of training related to child growth/development.
· Experience working in a childcare or recreational setting.
· Successful candidates will be required to pass a Criminal Record Check.
Skills & Abilities
· Strong understanding of child growth and development
· A passion for working with young children
· Ability to create culturally appropriate, developmentally appropriate and inventive programming.
· Ability to work collaboratively as part of a cohesive team.
· Flexibility and ability to “go with the flow”.
· High level of organizational and interpersonal skills.
· Excellent communication skills, both verbal and written.
· Ability to work independently and with other effectively within an inter-disciplinary team setting
Working Conditions, Physical Capabilities, & Personal Suitability
· Combination of sitting, standing, walking, bending, crouching, kneeling
· Excellent oral and written communication
· Reliability and dependability
· Motivation to continue their education in the childcare field
Schedule
· 8 hour: all staff will be in a rotation of shifts or agreed upon as a team (set shifts)
· Day shift
· Monday to Friday
This is a full-time (40 hours/week) position
Join us in making a positive impact on the lives of young learners as an Early Childhood Educator!
Job Type: Full-time
Pay: $27.50-$29.50 per hour
Benefits:
- Dental care
- Life insurance
- Paid time off
- Vision care
Licence/Certification:
- ECE Licence (required)
- Vulnerable Sector Criminal Record Check (required)
Work Location: In person
