Early Childhood Educator

Job summary

Develop and implement play-based learning activities such as storytelling and singing for children aged 0-5. Contribute to curriculum improvement through direct observation and maintain positive communication with families.

Job details

Early Childhood Educators work in a dynamic team environment. They work with children between the ages of 0 - 5 to provide a caring and stimulating environment which promotes intellectual, physical and emotional growth. At BACI, Early Childhood Educators ensure inclusion for all the children at the centre as they plan and implement developmentally appropriate activities for the children. Position: Temporary Part-Time Early Childhood Educator Location: Burnaby, BC Salary: $27.53 - $31.57 Hours: 20.0 hours per week Schedule: Monday - Friday 1:30PM-5:30PM Position End Date: April 1, 2028, or until incumbent returns Additional Employment Benefits: * First Aid and NCI will be provided by BACI. * Access to BACI Wellness Program. * Eligible, the Municipal Pension Plan and Health & Welfare benefits after completion 3-month probation. * Paid Birthday Day Off and Christmas closure. Education & Qualifications: * BC Early Childhood Education required and ECE IT (Early Childhood Educator Infant Toddler) Certificate & Special Needs Certificate preferred. * This position requires First Aid, TB screen/self-assessment, Vaccination/Immunization status disclosure. * Clear BC Criminal Record Check. * Minimum of 2 Previous Work References. Description: * Develop, implement and lead early play-based learning programs and activities such as storytelling, reading, singing with infants and toddlers. * Contribute to the continuous improvement of early years curriculum through your observations and interactions with children on the front-line. * Maintain positive relationships and communication with families. * Practical experience working with children requiring additional support in inclusive settings. * Practical experience working with children 0-5 years. * Understanding and commitment to the principles of inclusion. * Good communication skills. * Demonstrated ability to work with families, professionals and staff. * Ability to understand and follow procedure. * Working knowledge of computers is preferred. This position is open to all applicants and requires union membership. The successful applicant will be required to have a Criminal Record Search and Driver’s License Search completed and reviewed by the Executive Director.

What you’ll do

Develop and implement play-based learning activities such as storytelling and singing for children aged 0-5. Contribute to curriculum improvement through direct observation and maintain positive communication with families.

Requirements

Requires a BC Early Childhood Education certificate, with ECE IT and Special Needs certificates preferred. Candidates must also possess a clear criminal record check and provide two professional references.

Benefits

• First Aid training
• NCI training
• Wellness program
• Municipal pension plan
• Health and welfare benefits
• Paid birthday off
• Christmas closure

Listed skills

• Communication Skills · Preferred
• Relationship Building · Preferred
• First Aid · Preferred

Other relevant skills

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• Early childhood education
• Play-based learning
• Storytelling
• Reading
• Singing
• Curriculum development
• Inclusive education
• Communication skills
• Relationship building
• Observation
• Computer literacy
• First aid
• Working With Children Ages 0-5
• Valid Driver's License
• Working With Children
• First Aid
• Communication
• Continuous Improvement Process
• Early Childhood Education
• Probation

Job areas

• Education
• Social Services
• Early Childhood Educator
• Preschool / Childcare Teacher
• Early Childhood Educators
• Preschool Teachers, Except Special Education

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