Certified Early Childhood Educator

3 days ago

Vernon, Canada KootenayOkanagan Full time

We are looking to fill this important role for the OKIB Certified Early Childhood Educator. If you are interested in working with children to provide a solid and safe foundation which foster their development, this position is for you.

The OKIB offers a welcoming team environment and a rewarding job experience as you join us providing services to the Okanagan First Nations community. We offer small group learning allowing you to support participants through their unique learning goals.

**OKIB has a comprehensive benefit package consisting of**:
3 Weeks’ Vacation Pay

Extended Health and Dental Benefits

Employer Matched Pension Plan

15 Statutory Holidays

Paid Winter Holiday Break

Discounted Silver Star Lift Passes

Cultural Leave

Retention Bonuses after years of service

15 paid sick days

Paid personal leave

Employee Assistance Program

JOB SUMMARY

The Early Childhood Educator provides a solid and safe foundation for children which fosters their physical, intellectual, emotional, social, creative and very necessary cultural development.

JOB DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES

Education Program

Plan and prepare a quality program based on the centre’s philosophy

Plan, organize and lead daily activities designed to stimulate the intellectual, physical and emotional growth of children

Liaise with parents, co-workers and other professionals to meet the needs of the children

Use guidance techniques that are age-appropriate, fair, and encourage socially acceptable behaviour

Administer basic First Aid as required

Participate in the planning and implementing of special events and workshops

All persons employed by the Okanagan Indian Band may be required to assist the Band in providing emergency services.

ADMINISTRATIVE DUTIES

Attend centre staff meetings

Maintains records concerning individual children, attendance, child observations, etc.

Perform all duties and responsibilities in accordance with the OKIB policies and procedures

QUALIFICATIONS

Education

Early Childhood Educator Certificate or Diploma

Current First Aid Certificate as per Schedule C of the Child Care Licensing Regulations

Current Certificate from the BC Child Care Registry to work as an ECE Educator

Experience

Experience working with children under the age of six, preferably in a daycare centre

Experience working with First Nations communities is an asset

Preference may be given to those having knowledge of the Okanagan culture and traditions.

A Criminal Record Check (including Vulnerability Sector), Vaccine Passport and 3 References are required.

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