Description
REQUIRED EDUCATION AND EXPERIENCE:
Grade 12 plus successful completion of at least one course of a basic early childhood education training program through a recognized educational institution in child development, child guidance, or child health, safety, and nutrition.
Current Early Childhood Educator Assistant License to Practice from the BC Government’s ECE Registry.
A minimum of one (1) year of recent experience working with preschool and/or school-aged children.
Valid Child Safe first aid certificate.
Clear criminal record check and evidence of compliance with the province’s immunization and tuberculosis control programs as required by the Child Care Licensing Regulation.
REQUIRED KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS, AND ABILITIES:
Demonstrated knowledge of the BC Early Learning Framework.
Experience implementing an early learning program.
Demonstrated evidence of strong communication skills (verbal, written and electronic formats) and ability
to work as part of a team with colleagues, parents, and children.
Strong problem-solving and organizational skills and the ability to work with minimal supervision.
Possess the personality, ability, and temperament to provide care and mature guidance to children.
Understanding of the ethics of Early Childhood Education as described in the ECEBC Code of Ethics.
Knowledge of Truth and Reconciliation and its application in Early Years settings and a commitment to the Truth and Reconciliation Calls to Action.
This position is unionized, CUPE local 5523. Wage per hour is $26.37 (Pay Grade 6)
If this position interest you, please apply with your resume, cover letter and supporting documentation.
While we thank all those who apply, only shortlisted candidates with will be contacted and preference will be given to qualified applicants who self-declare Indigenous ancestry.
