Early Childhood Educator - Casual

EARLY CHILDHOOD EDUCATOR - CASUAL

There are positions available for Early Childhood Educators - Casual with School District No. 60. Applications must be completed online and will be accepted on an ongoing basis until the positions are filled.

Position Description:

The Early Childhood Educator reports to the District Principal Early Learning & Child Care and the site Administrative Officer(s), and works collaboratively with the district/school early learning team. This position is responsible for assisting in the development, implementation, and facilitationof developmentally appropriate education programs Strong Start, Strong Start Outreach, and Preschool for infants/toddlers and/or preschool age children in a safe and nurturinggroup setting.

Hours of work:

On an as needed basis

Duties to Commence:

As soon as possible after closing on an as needed basis

Work Year Base:

Ten (10) months per year

Commencing Salary:

$25.1-$29.44/hr - Based on certification

Duties:

• Provide a welcoming and interactive environment for preschool children ages 0-5 in one of the following settings:
  • StrongStart - with parents/caregivers
  • StrongStart Outreach - with parents/caregivers using a shared space
  • Preschool
  • Other applicable programs
• Plan, implement and offer developmentally appropriate open-ended activities and experiences that meet the goals of the Early Learning Framework
• Ensures the safety of each child and provides high quality care at all times, adhering to licensing requirements.
• Plan and coordinate opportunities for families to connectwith community services and schools.
• Communicate information of various aspects of child development and early learning with parents/caregivers.
• Assists with daily cleaning, disinfecting, general housekeeping and regular environmental safety checks of equipment.
• Maintain program equipment (toys and learning resources).
• Promote, publicize, market and advertise SD60 Early Learning programs.
• StrongStart - Plan, purchase, prepare and serve healthy and nutritious snacks and an ability to work independently and/or in a team environment.
• Performs other job related duties as directed by the District Principal Early Learning & Child Care or the site Administrative Officer(s).

Qualifications and Attributes:

• Minimum grade 12 orequivalency
• Experience working with children 0-5 (Minimum 4 months experience)
• ECE Diploma/current Early Childhood Educator Assistant Certificate to practice in progress
• Must meet all qualifications as identified by Provincial Childcare Regulations
• Current Emergency Childcare First Aid ticket
• Current Food Safe Level 1
• Knowledge of North Peace agencies serving preschool children and families
• Experiencewith computers and a variety of computer programs
• Must have working knowledge or experience in MyEdBC, Desktop Publishing, Wordpress etc.
• StrongStart Outreach: Valid class 5 driver's license/personal vehicle/willingness to work in a variety of shared spaces
• Ability to work independentlyand set priorities
• WHMIS Certificate and other online safety training provided by the District to be completed within the probationary period
• Good interpersonal skills and the ability to be an integral part of a team
• Must be able to pass a Vulnerable Sector Criminal Records Search conducted by the District prior to starting employment

Please Note: Proof of graduation and or highest level of education is required prior to starting work

For more information please contact:
Tracey Lariviere, District Principal Early Learning & Child Care (250)262-6076 or email tlariviere@prn.bc.ca