Edmonton Region Child Care Association (ERCCA) is hiring two contract support educator positions. Both positions will be working one on one with a child with diverse needs. Summer contract, with possibility of continuing in a new position with our association in the future.
QUALIFICATIONS
- Level 1, 2 or 3 child care certification issued by the province of Alberta
- Experience in child care
- Experience working with children with diverse needs in a support role an asset.
- Valid first aid certification
- Clear police check including vulnerable sector, issued in the last 6 months.
JOB DESCRIPTION
- Provide one on one support to children in our program when needed
- Work collaboratively within a team of child care educators
- Support weekly program plans reflective of children's interests, and the values and goals of the Flight Framework.
- Document children's learning through pedagogical documentation and learning stories shared with families through parent communication app.
- Communicate daily with families regarding program activities and expectations.
- Closely supervise children at all times, always maintaining child/educator ratios.
- Create and maintain positive relationships with children and their families.
- Encourage children to foster independence and to be responsible for themselves and their actions.
- Model appropriate behaviours, guide children’s behaviour according to the Behaviour Guidance Policy.
- Daily cleaning and organizing of program space as needed.
BENEFITS
- Competitive wages based on ECE level; $15.55- $18.10 plus government wage top up.
- Paid sick, vacation and float days for full time educators.
- Ongoing professional development opportunities.
- Association promotes from within, including leadership and pedagogical roles.
