Preschool Instructor I

**Job Summary**

Reporting to the Preschool Coordinator, Community Facilities Coordinator or Director of Child Care Services, assists with the development and implementation of a comprehensive community based preschool program for ages 3-5yrs and/or 2yrs.

**Duties and Responsibilities**

**Programming**

Assist with the development, planning and implementation of a comprehensive preschool program; organize and lead preschool activities, special events, fundraising and field trips; develop preschool curriculum

**Supervisory**

Assist volunteers and practicum students in the classroom

**Customer Service/Communication**

Attend to children’s physical needs, which may include toileting and eating

Provide information to visitors wanting to hear about the program and/or see the classroom

Communicate problems or concerns with children, families, staff and external agencies

Recommend referrals or additional services for children with professionals such as behavioural therapists, occupational therapists and speech language pathologists

**Safety/Risk Management**

Monitor children in indoor and outdoor activities and during rest periods; conduct activities with children on an individual and group basis

Ensure classroom safety as outlined by Health Medical Safety regulations; follow proper Centre protocol

Administer medications as required in accordance with established policy

Keep program facilities and equipment safe and clean, reporting any repairs and concerns to senior staff

**Administrative**

Plan and organize classroom layout

Order supplies and equipment

Work with agencies to acquire resources for children

Attend regular meetings with preschool instructors, Supervisor and where appropriate

Responsible to document and report child abuse to supervisors and the Ministry

Responsible to fill out accident report forms

Other related duties as assigned and may vary according to facility.

**Required Qualifications**:
Grade 12 plus enrolled and working towards in an Early Childhood Education certificate and one year’s experience or an equivalent combination of education and experience

BCRPA High Five - Principles of Healthy Child Development Certification

**Licensing requirements prior to start date**:

- Standard, Childsafe or Emergency First Aid including CPR C
- Police Information Check
- Physician’s note
- 19+yrs of age
- Immunization Record

**Desirable Qualifications**:
Post Basic ECE Training

Reggio Workshops

Montessori Certificate

2nd language

Sign language

Music background

Food safe

**Hours of Work / Start Date**:

- Monday-Friday 8:00am - 1:00pm
- 25 hours a week
- Rate of pay = $22.89-25.77/hr plus ECE-WE for eligible staff
- Start date: April 1st, 2025


**Job Types**: Part-time, Fixed term contract, Casual, Seasonal
Contract length: 10 months

Pay: $22.89-$25.77 per hour

**Benefits**:

- Casual dress
- Dental care
- Extended health care
- Flexible schedule
- On-site childcare
- On-site gym
- On-site parking

Flexible language requirement:

- French not required

Schedule:

- 4 hour shift
- Day shift
- Monday to Friday
- Morning shift

Application question(s):

- DO YOU LIVE IN HAMILTON AREA IN RICHMOND OR LIVE IN RICHMOND

**Education**:

- Secondary School (preferred)

**Experience**:

- Childcare or Preschool: 1 year (required)

Licence/Certification:

- First Aid Certification (preferred)
- ECE Licence and/or ECEA (required)

Work Location: In person

Application deadline: 2025-02-28
Expected start date: 2025-04-01