Early Childhood Educator
About The Position
Kiwassa Neighbourhood House is seeking an Early Childhood Educator to join their team. This full-time, 35-hour per week position is based onsite in East Vancouver. The Early Childhood Educator will support Kiwassa’s vision by planning and delivering hands-on activities and care within a multicultural, inclusive child care program for children up to age 5. Responsibilities include developmentally appropriate activity planning, direct supervision and evaluation of children, and communication with families and caregivers. This role operates under the collective agreement between the Community Social Services Bargaining Association of Unions (CSSBA) and Community Social Services Employers’ Association (CSSEA), and is a member of the BC General Employees’ Union (BCGEU).
Requirements
- Early Childhood Education certification
- A minimum of 1 year experience in a childcare setting
- First Aid certificate required-Emergency Child Care First Aid or higher
- Criminal record check
- Unwavering commitment to quality programs
- Demonstrated ability to work with, support and relate to children and their caregivers
- Proven ability to plan and organize appropriate activities
- Strong verbal communication skills and excellent interpersonal skills
- Strong organizational abilities including planning, and task facilitation
- An innovative and creative mindset and learning orientation, continually looking for opportunities to improve and enhance programs and learning opportunities for children
- Collaborative and solution-oriented – good team player (able to lead and follow, as necessary)
Responsibilities
- Plans and implements activities and experiences for individual and group needs of all children within a consistent, child centered program environment
- Supports children’s emotional well being (acknowledging, positive, supportive and empathetic) so as to create a secure environment
- Facilitates responsive, educational opportunities for young children
- Guides and cares for a group of children in accordance with KNH standards
- Stays up to date with new approaches and activities, looks for innovative and appropriate activities to engage participants
- Attends to children’s physical needs that may include diapering, toileting, eating and sleeping
- Works together with team members to create a quality, enriching learning environment for young children
- Refers to or consults with supervisor where necessary
- Supervises children constantly and ensures their safety at all times
- Maintains clean, well organized and appropriate program space.
- Upholds safety standards as per licensing and Kiwassa requirements
- Reads, understands and follows all provincial and local requirements and standards
- Ensures all policies and procedures pertaining to classroom and facility are followed
- Administers medication and responds to emergencies in accordance with established policies and guidelines
- Maintains positive daily communication with parents regarding development
- Implements a solution oriented approach to barriers
- Maintains program and participant records
- Provides updates and reporting as required
- Other duties, as required.
Benefits
- Extended Health and Dental Plan
- Municipal Pension Plan
- Generous vacation plus personal days
- Life-insurance, paid sick days and, if needed, long-term disability
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Full-time
Career Level
Entry Level
Education Level
No Education Listed
