Early Childhood Education Assistant

2 weeks ago

Victoria, Canada Beacon Community Services Full time

**Department**: Child, Youth and Family Services

**Location**:various locations

**Status**: Full time, part time and casual positions available

**Union**:Exempt

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Reporting to the Site Supervisor, the Early Childhood Education Assistant joins a caring and compassionate team who ensures the well-being of children in their care are offered quality care in a manner that is reflective of recognized best practices in licensed care.

**DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES**:

- Provide quality child care and programming to children enrolled in the program
- Provide a safe, accepting and supportive environment while engaging both the children and families in the program
- Role model safe practices, caregiving and learning support for parents
- Maintain the safety and well-being of all children and families enrolled in the program
- Use developmentally appropriate practice to plan, implement and evaluate a range of activities.
- Provide parents with current updates on the program and their children’s progress/development; using a variety of communication mediums that are approved by BCS
- Assist children in a manner that supports their on-going success
- Provide nutritional foods for children attending, following Food Safe standards and guidelines, while adhering to any food-sensitives the children may have
- Follow guidance received from the Supervisor (or Assistant Supervisor if Supervisor unavailable) of the program
- Demonstrate team work to create and maintain an inclusive program and childcare environment
- Be aware of and follow the Centre’s programs, philosophies and policies, while also being aware of families' philosophies to provide inclusive, safe and culturally aware programming and care
- Adhere to BC Child Care Regulations and School Legislation
- Be aware of and maintain the policies and procedures created and implemented by Beacon Community Services
- Report any concerns to the Supervisor or Assistant Supervisor of the program
- Attend to daily housekeeping of the Centre

**QUALIFICATIONS/REQUIREMENTS**:

- Early Childhood Educator Assistant certificate or working towards
- A valid ECE-A BC license to practice
- A minimum of 1 year previous experience working with children and families within child care settings
- Valid First Aid certificate, as outlined by Child Care Regulations (to be renewed upon expiry).
- Valid Food Safe certificate (to be renewed every 3 years)
- Minimum of 40 professional development hours every 5 years; as outlined by license to practice standards
- WHMIS certification

**KNOWLEDGE/SKILLS**:

- Ability to communicate effectively both verbally and in writing
- An energetic, nurturing and sensitive attitude that encourages development
- Ability to work individually and as a member of a team
- Ability to maintain professional composure and attitude, even in high stress situations
- A demeanor that creates safe, trusting relationships with children, parents and the larger community
- Ability to effectively use a computer and electronic devices

**ADDITIONAL INFORMATION**:
Beacon Community Services serves vulnerable populations including seniors, people with disabilities and children. Protecting these people and our teams on whom they rely on is critical to us. Accordingly:

- All successful applicants must consent to a Solicitor General’s Criminal Record Check.

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