Early Childhood Educator Assistant (Casual)

BGC Okanagan

8d•Hybrid

About The Position

BGC Okanagan is hiring passionate and caring relief Early Childhood Educator Assistants for our Early Years Programs throughout Kelowna and West Kelowna. If you’re enthusiastic about helping children learn, grow, and thrive, this is the place for you! We offer a positive, supportive team culture where your contributions are valued and ongoing paid professional development to enhance your skills and advance your career. Opportunity Changes Everything!

Requirements

Early Childhood Educator Assistant certificate
Current First Aid Certificate or willingness to obtain
Successful completion of Agency screening process, including a criminal record check
Legally entitled to work in Canada (Canadian citizens, permanent residents and refugees in Canada with legal status)

Responsibilities

Assists in planning, preparing and carrying out developmentally appropriate program and activities. Program schedules include indoor/outdoor, active/quiet and individual group activities.
Ensures activities adhere to the BGC Okanagan Policies and Childcare Licensing Regulations.
Monitor, guide and assist children in daily activities.
Attends to children’s physical needs, which may include diapering, toileting, eating and sleeping.
Model developmentally appropriate activities and positive behaviour management techniques. Conducts activities with children on an individual and group basis to promote the development of physical, cognitive, emotional and social skills.
Keep program facilities and equipment safe and clean, reporting any repairs and concerns to senior staff.
Administers first aid and medication in accordance with established policy.
Ensures a healthy and safe environment in which children can interact. Identifies and removes potential hazards.
Maintains records, reports problems or concerns to senior staff.
Establish positive relationships and open communication with parents/guardians