Top Benefits
About the role
- Help children thrive while embedding the language, traditions, and values of the Nooaitch community
- Enjoy competitive pay, benefits, and a collaborative team environment that values your professional development
- Make a lasting impact on children’s lives while contributing to a vibrant, culturally rich program
About Nooaitch Indian Band
Founded on the enduring principles of the Nlaka'pamux First Nations, the Nooaitch Indian Band is located in the scenic Thompson-Nicola region in British Columbia . This sovereign government embraces its mission around sustainable community development and economic growth, while deeply respecting and revitalizing its cultural heritage. With a clear vision to create a healthy, economically successful community that honors traditional values, Nooaitch offers comprehensive services aimed at enhancing community wellness, resource management, and economic development.
The Band serves its members by engaging in exciting projects that promote economic opportunities and advocate for the community's rights and future. What sets Nooaitch apart is its commitment to blending progress with tradition, ensuring every initiative respects and incorporates the rich cultural background of the Nlaka'pamux people. This unique approach not only impacts the local community but also sets a precedent in the industry for cultural integrity and economic innovation.
For more information, please visit our website: nooaitch.ca
About the Opportunity
The Nooaitch Indian Band is seeking a full-time Early Childhood Educator (ECE) in Merritt, BC.
As our new ECE, you will report to the Head Start Manager and play a key role in providing culturally safe, developmentally appropriate care and education for children in the program. The ECE will focus on planning, implementing, and assessing programming, while honouring the customs, language, and traditions of the Nooaitch community and encouraging meaningful family participation.
More specifically, your responsibilities include but are not limited to:
- Supporting the day-to-day operations of the Head Start program
- Planning and implementing culturally responsive, developmentally appropriate curriculum and activities
- Embedding the teachings, values, and language of the Nooaitch community into daily programming
- Encouraging family involvement and building trusting relationships with children and caregivers
- Ensuring compliance with the Community Care and Assisted Living Act and Child Care Licensing Regulations
- Submitting accurate and timely reports as directed by the Head Start Manager
- Promoting and upholding AHSOR’s six key components in all aspects of program delivery
- Following and maintaining up-to-date program policies, procedures, and safety guidelines
- Acting as a positive role model and fostering a supportive, inclusive learning environment
- Participating in performance reviews and contributing ideas for program enhancement
- Seeking and engaging volunteers to support program activities and promote Head Start in the community
About You
To qualify, you will need a valid ECE license to practice in B.C., or equivalent licensing with the aim to transfer. Experience working in a licensed childcare facility or early childhood education setting is preferred. A driver's license and reliable vehicle is required.
Additional requirements include:
- Valid Emergency Child Care First Aid Certificate recognized by Child Care Licensing Regulations, or willing to obtain
- Successful completion of a pre-employment criminal record check through the Province of B.C.
- Record of immunization history and proof of education documentation
- Basic computer skills or willingness to learn MS Word, Excel, and Office
Additionally, the following skills and background will be highly valued:
- Knowledge of the Community Care and Assisted Living Act and Child Care Licensing Regulations
- Familiarity with Indigenous Early Years Framework, ECEBC Code of Ethics, and culturally safe early learning practices
- Understanding of child development across mental, physical, social, emotional, and spiritual domains
- Ability to plan, organize, and deliver engaging and age-appropriate programming
- Knowledge and appreciation of Indigenous culture, values, and cross-cultural considerations
As our ideal candidate, you are collaborative, respectful, and passionate about creating a safe and welcoming environment for young children and their families. You bring strong communication skills, the ability to build trust with families, and a commitment to continuous learning and program improvement.
This is a great opportunity for a dedicated early childhood professional to make a meaningful impact in the Nooaitch community, helping children thrive while preserving and celebrating culture, language, and traditions.
About the Benefits
Compensation based on skills and experience, is $27-$32/hr, with a host of excellent benefits including:
- Health coverage
- Personal/professional development opportunities
- Relocation package negotiable for the right candidate
- And more!
If you share our vision of a thriving and culturally rich community, and possess the skills necessary to contribute effectively to our goals, we invite you to apply today !
Top Benefits
About the role
- Help children thrive while embedding the language, traditions, and values of the Nooaitch community
- Enjoy competitive pay, benefits, and a collaborative team environment that values your professional development
- Make a lasting impact on children’s lives while contributing to a vibrant, culturally rich program
About Nooaitch Indian Band
Founded on the enduring principles of the Nlaka'pamux First Nations, the Nooaitch Indian Band is located in the scenic Thompson-Nicola region in British Columbia . This sovereign government embraces its mission around sustainable community development and economic growth, while deeply respecting and revitalizing its cultural heritage. With a clear vision to create a healthy, economically successful community that honors traditional values, Nooaitch offers comprehensive services aimed at enhancing community wellness, resource management, and economic development.
The Band serves its members by engaging in exciting projects that promote economic opportunities and advocate for the community's rights and future. What sets Nooaitch apart is its commitment to blending progress with tradition, ensuring every initiative respects and incorporates the rich cultural background of the Nlaka'pamux people. This unique approach not only impacts the local community but also sets a precedent in the industry for cultural integrity and economic innovation.
For more information, please visit our website: nooaitch.ca
About the Opportunity
The Nooaitch Indian Band is seeking a full-time Early Childhood Educator (ECE) in Merritt, BC.
As our new ECE, you will report to the Head Start Manager and play a key role in providing culturally safe, developmentally appropriate care and education for children in the program. The ECE will focus on planning, implementing, and assessing programming, while honouring the customs, language, and traditions of the Nooaitch community and encouraging meaningful family participation.
More specifically, your responsibilities include but are not limited to:
- Supporting the day-to-day operations of the Head Start program
- Planning and implementing culturally responsive, developmentally appropriate curriculum and activities
- Embedding the teachings, values, and language of the Nooaitch community into daily programming
- Encouraging family involvement and building trusting relationships with children and caregivers
- Ensuring compliance with the Community Care and Assisted Living Act and Child Care Licensing Regulations
- Submitting accurate and timely reports as directed by the Head Start Manager
- Promoting and upholding AHSOR’s six key components in all aspects of program delivery
- Following and maintaining up-to-date program policies, procedures, and safety guidelines
- Acting as a positive role model and fostering a supportive, inclusive learning environment
- Participating in performance reviews and contributing ideas for program enhancement
- Seeking and engaging volunteers to support program activities and promote Head Start in the community
About You
To qualify, you will need a valid ECE license to practice in B.C., or equivalent licensing with the aim to transfer. Experience working in a licensed childcare facility or early childhood education setting is preferred. A driver's license and reliable vehicle is required.
Additional requirements include:
- Valid Emergency Child Care First Aid Certificate recognized by Child Care Licensing Regulations, or willing to obtain
- Successful completion of a pre-employment criminal record check through the Province of B.C.
- Record of immunization history and proof of education documentation
- Basic computer skills or willingness to learn MS Word, Excel, and Office
Additionally, the following skills and background will be highly valued:
- Knowledge of the Community Care and Assisted Living Act and Child Care Licensing Regulations
- Familiarity with Indigenous Early Years Framework, ECEBC Code of Ethics, and culturally safe early learning practices
- Understanding of child development across mental, physical, social, emotional, and spiritual domains
- Ability to plan, organize, and deliver engaging and age-appropriate programming
- Knowledge and appreciation of Indigenous culture, values, and cross-cultural considerations
As our ideal candidate, you are collaborative, respectful, and passionate about creating a safe and welcoming environment for young children and their families. You bring strong communication skills, the ability to build trust with families, and a commitment to continuous learning and program improvement.
This is a great opportunity for a dedicated early childhood professional to make a meaningful impact in the Nooaitch community, helping children thrive while preserving and celebrating culture, language, and traditions.
About the Benefits
Compensation based on skills and experience, is $27-$32/hr, with a host of excellent benefits including:
- Health coverage
- Personal/professional development opportunities
- Relocation package negotiable for the right candidate
- And more!
If you share our vision of a thriving and culturally rich community, and possess the skills necessary to contribute effectively to our goals, we invite you to apply today !