Indigenous Early Childhood Educator

**Job Summary**: The Early Childhood Educator (ECE) is responsible for guiding, caring, and instructing children by implementing developmentally appropriate activities and experiences for children 3-5 years old. The ECE shall foster cooperative social behaviour to assist children in forming positive relationships. The ECE will work collaboratively with families and community to support child development.

**Core Competencies**:

- Accountability & Dependability
- Teamwork
- Problem solving
- Communication
- Flexibility
- Continuous improvement
- Leadership
- Organization
- Ethics and Integrity

Duties/Responsibilities: Job Responsibilities and Work Performed
- Develop and implement an age-appropriate program for children ages 3-5 years.
- Guide and assist children in daily activities.
- Keep a record of all daily plans and activities.
- Maintain equipment and assist in housekeeping duties.
- Maintain and update each child's file and be knowledgeable about any medical conditions and administer medications as prescribed by a physician.
- Provide diapering care and toilet training.
- Share information regarding child development with parents, other professional and the daycare manager.
- Ensure confidentially of privileged information.
- Adhere to policies and procedures, including safety requirements.
- Ensure all accidents/incidents are recorded.
- Participate in team planning sessions and monthly staff meetings.
- Prepare Snack and meal for children as required.
- Maintain children's attendance records.
- Record and maintain a food logbook.

**Responsibilities**:

- Ensure that the center promotes positive, holistic, strength-based early childhood development in a culturally appropriate manner to support all areas of the child’s development and needs. Ensuring the environment feels safe for all children.
- Ensure the center meets all requirements of Childcare Licensing Regulations, including maintaining the facility and the children’s files.
- Able to work independently and provide daily care to children of various ages.
- Utilizing positive behaviour management strategies to guide children’s behaviour. Working in collaboration with Child Development Center to support children with high behavioural needs.
- **Develop and provide age-appropriate program/curriculum planning, informed by the latest early childhood development research**:

- Ensure positive communication and collaboration with staff, professionals, parents, guardians, families and caregivers. Utilizing positive and respectful conflict resolution skills.
- Provide culturally rich opportunities for children to participate in indoor and land-based experiences.
- **Staff are encouraged to participate in on-going professional development to ensure that they are always at the forefront of wise practice within the sector.**:

- Perform other duties as required.

**Qualifications/Requirements: Minimum Academic/Educational Requirements**
- Current ECE license to practice in the Province of British Columbia.
- Knowledge and understanding of standards of practice and regulations in the ECE field. Other Certification, Licenses, Designations and/or Training
- Criminal record check.
- Three references.
- Medical Clearance, TB Clearance, Immunization records.
- Current First Aid Certificate.
- Food Safe certificate
- **Ability to work in a culturally safe manner**:

- **Experience and knowledge on Indigenous culture is a must.**

**Programs**
- **Indigenous Language speaker or Knowledge Holder**

**Minimum Level of Experience/Job Skills Required**:

- Excellent problem solving, negotiation and mediation skills.
- Ability to perform physical tasks.
- Minimum two years’ experience working with children ages 3-5.

**Assets**:

- Related training in children with special needs.
- Class 4 Drivers license
- Knowledge of sign language.
- Knowledgeable about the language and culture of the Syilx people. Working Conditions:

- Interacts with children, administration, family members, visitors, government agencies/personnel under all circumstances.
- Required to lift children (up to 45 lbs.), including bending, stooping, stretching, squatting, pushing and pulling, and sitting and walking.

UGTS Whole Child Childcare, Mind, Body Spirit is a daycare that incorporates Indigenous teachings, traditions, language, and cultural activities. You will work closely with children and their families, building strong relationships and ensuring their individual needs are met. By maintaining a safe, stimulating environment, you will foster the social, emotional, cognitive, and physical development of the children. Engaging with community members, Elders, and stakeholders, you will enhance the effectiveness of the program and contribute to a strong sense of community. If you have a diploma or degree in Early Childhood Education or a related field, certification as an Early Childhood Educator (ECE), experience working with Indigenous communities, and a deep understanding of Indig