Early childhood educator (ECE)

Next Level Childcare Valley Fair Inc. based in 22709 Lougheed Hwy, Maple Ridge, BC V2X 2V6 is inviting applications from suitable candidates for the position of Early childhood educator (ECE) who are self-motivated and have good interpersonal skills. The candidate who got selected will be required to start work as soon as possible. The vacancies refer to Permanent employment or Full time job. The candidate must work on the day shift.

Employer Name: Next Level Childcare Valley Fair Inc.
Position: Early childhood educator (ECE)
No. of vacancies: 1
Salary: $20.00 to $22.00 hourly (To be negotiated) / 40 hours per week
Employment type: Permanent employment, Full time
Location: 22709 Lougheed Hwy, Maple Ridge, BC V2X 2V6

Job Description

The candidate will be responsible for developing and implementing child-care programs that support and promote the physical, cognitive, emotional and social development of children.
The candidate will be responsible for storytelling.
The candidate will be responsible for supervising employees, trainees, or volunteers.
The candidate must lead activities such as telling or reading stories, teaching songs, and taking children to local points of interest.
The candidate must order supplies and equipment.
The candidate will be expected to assist early childhood educators in implementing programmes that promote children’s physical, cognitive, emotional, and social development.
The candidate will be expected to assist early childhood educators or supervisors in maintaining records.
The candidate must engage children in activities by telling stories, teaching songs, and preparing crafts.
The candidate must provide opportunities for creative expression through art, dramatic play, music, and physical activity.
The candidate must guide and assist children in developing proper eating, dressing, and toilet habits.
The candidate will be responsible for maintaining daycare equipment as well as assisting with housekeeping and cooking duties.
The candidate must prepare snacks and set up rooms or furniture for lunch and rest periods.
The candidate must observe children for signs of potential learning or behavioral issues and prepare reports for parents, guardians, or supervisors.
The candidate must submit written observations of children to early childhood educators or supervisors.
The candidate will be expected to discuss the children’s progress and problems at staff meetings.
The candidate must be familiar with the Day Nurseries Act.
The candidate must be knowledgeable about licencing regulations.
The candidate must establish guidelines for behaviour.
The candidate will be expected to assess children’s abilities, interests, and needs and to discuss progress and problems with parents and other staff members.
The candidate must attend staff meetings to discuss the progress and problems of the children.
The candidate must develop and maintain collaborative relationships with coworkers and community service providers who work with children.
The candidate must plan and maintain an environment that protects children’s health, safety, and well-being.
The candidate must supervise and coordinate the activities of other early childhood educators and early childhood educator assistants.

Job Requirements

The candidate should be fluent in English language.
The candidate must have a College/CEGEP diploma.
Candidate having experience is an asset.
The candidate must have an Early Childhood Education (ECE) Certificate as well as a First Aid Certificate.
The candidate must have excellent oral and written communication skills.