About the role

Early Childhood Educator responsible for providing safe and supportive childcare within the Yuułuʔiłʔatḥ Government. Focuses on developmentally appropriate curriculum and positive self-concept encouragement for children.

Responsibilities

Responsible for providing safe, quality, caring and supportive childcare to participants
Assists the Daycare Supervisor to develop and individualize the daycare program and curriculum
Delivers a developmentally and culturally appropriate curriculum of activities and experiences
Organizes space, equipment, and materials before activities
Ensures guidance of children’s behaviour that encourages positive self-concepts
Follows procedures to ensure positive communication with parents, including daily updates
Ensures confidentiality of information related to children, parents/guardians, and staff
Keeps up to date with early childhood education and advocacy developments
Maintains knowledge and understanding of services offered by the Yuułuʔiłʔatḥ Government for referral to parents
Participates in short and long-term planning and program evaluation
Ensures a healthy and safe environment by following the health and safety program
Reports any suspected/known issues of child abuse as outlined in the Childcare Centre policies and procedures.
Performs other duties and responsibilities as necessary in the performance of the position

Certificate in Early Childhood Education and a current license to practice
2 to 3 years of directly related experience working as an ECE or ECE-A with infants, toddlers, and preschool aged children preferred
Experience delivering a daycare curriculum including culturally aligned Indigenous learning and activities
Current First Aid certification
Current Food Safe certification
Up to date immunizations and a clear TB test
Satisfactory criminal records check (vulnerable sector)
Current Class 5 BC Driver’s License.