Early Childhood Educator - Casual

EARLY CHILDHOOD EDUCATOR - CASUAL

There are positions available for Early Childhood Educators
- Casual with School District No. 60.

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 facilitation of developmentally appropriate education programs Strong Start, Strong Start Outreach, and Preschool for infants/toddlers and/or preschool age children in a safe and nurturing group 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

• Provide a welcoming and interactive environment for preschool children ages 0-5 in one of the following settings:
• Strong Start - with parents/caregivers
• Strong Start 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 connect with 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.
• Strong Start
  - 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).

• Minimum grade 12 or equivalency
• 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
• Experience with computers and a variety of computer programs
• Must have working knowledge or experience in MyEdBC, Desktop Publishing, Wordpress etc.
• Strong Start Outreach:
  Valid class 5 driver's license/personal vehicle/willingness to work in a variety of shared spaces
• Ability to work independently and 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

Tracey Lariviere, District Principal Early Learning & Child Care  or email

We thank all applicants for their interest however, only those selected for an interview will be contacted.