Early Childhood Educator

We are looking to add an outgoing, passionate Early Childhood Educator to complement our already amazing team! Our next amazing team member is an outstanding communicator, has the ability to take initiative, uses flexible thinking and can laugh and have fun, while leading a smaller group of children independently (or with minimal support).

We are looking for the right fit for our team at one of our Multiage classrooms in Maple Ridge! Multiage classrooms can have a maximum group size of 8 children ages 2 -5 years old.

Requirements:

Provide outstanding care and supervision of children ages 2 to 5 years
Collaborate, develop and execute age appropriate programming to foster children’s cognitive, physical, emotional and social development
Ability to use age appropriate techniques/strategies in guiding behaviour
Assess abilities and observe children for signs of potential developmental or behaviour challenges.
Establish and maintain positive relationships with parents/guardian and community services
Effectively and professionally communicate with parents/guardians regarding a child’s day
Ability to work in a team environment with a collaborative approach but also the ability to work independently
Follow licensing requirements and maintain a clean and safe environment that protects the health and well-being of children
Flexible thinking, creative approaches and ability to think on your feet.

Qualifications :

Early Childhood Educator License to Practice is required (Infant and Toddler or SN training/certification is considered an asset)
Knowledge of age appropriate childhood development and Early Childhood education practices and principles.
Experience with various strategies and techniques for guiding children
Excellent communication skills
1-3 years’ experience working with children ages 2 to 5 years
Valid First Aid Certification
Clean Criminal Record Check
References

If you are passionate about working with children, have your early childhood education license to practice, and possess the necessary skills, we would love to hear from you. Please submit your resume and cover letter detailing your relevant experience.

We regret sponsorship for this opportunity is unavailable at this time.

We thank everyone for their interest however only short listed candidates will be contacted for interviews.

Job Types: Full-time, Permanent

Pay: From $20.00 per hour

Expected hours: 35 – 40 per week

Benefits:

Casual dress
Dental care
Extended health care
On-site childcare
Vision care

Schedule:

Day shift
Monday to Friday
No weekends

Experience:

Early childhood education: 1 year (required)
working with children in a licensed childcare centre: 1 year (required)

Language:

English (required)

Licence/Certification:

Early Childhood Educator License to practice (required)
First Aid Certification (required)

Work Location: In person Read more