Early childhood educator (ECE) (NOC 42202) (Infant and Toddler worker) Arvora Housing and Childcare Society

Early childhood educator (ECE) (NOC 42202) (Infant and Toddler worker)

Posted by Employer Arvora Housing and Childcare Society; https://headwatersacademy.co

Headwaters Academy in Canal Flats, B.C., offers innovative childcare and early education for children from infancy to age 12. With a focus on personalized learning and environmental stewardship, programs include daycare, preschool, and after-school care. The academy emphasizes outdoor adventures, community engagement, and fostering well-rounded development in a supportive, child-led environment.

Job details

·        Location: 8953 Grainger Road, Canal Flats, BC, V0B1B0

·        Salary: 38.55 hourly 

·        Terms of employment: Permanent employment, Full time, 30 to 40 hours per week

·        Starts as soon as possible

·        2 vacancies

• Employment conditions: must be flexible to work any assigned shift including Evening, Morning, Day

• Benefits: extended benefit coverage which includes dental, vision, health, prescription, life etc., (80% of the premium covered by the employer).  

•    On site: Work must be completed at the physical location. There is no option to work remotely.

·        This is a rural area. On-site housing options can be provided for a fee.

Languages: English

Education: A recognized Early Childhood Education diploma or certificate from an approved college or university.

Experience: 1 year to less than 2 years

Licensing Compliance Duties:

·       Clear Criminal Reference Check/Vulnerable Sector Check

·       Up-to-date Immunizations                                                                                                                       

·       Personal professional development of 40 hours or more annually

·       Hold a valid License to Practise as an ECE (certification from the BC ECE Registry)

·       Knowledge of and commitment to compliance to the Community Care and Assisted Living Act and Childcare Licensing Regulation

Work conditions and physical capabilities: Repetitive tasks, physically demanding, Attention to detail, Combination of sitting, standing, walking, Bending, crouching, kneeling

Personal suitability: Punctuality, Dependability, Efficient interpersonal skills, Flexibility, Interpersonal awareness, Judgement, Reliability, Team player, Values and ethics, Creativity, Honesty, Ability to multitask

ASSURING THE WELL-BEING AND SAFETY OF ALL CHILDREN IN CARE IS PRIORITY FOR ALL STAFF OF HEADWATERS ACADEMY

Infant/Toddler Early Childhood Educator:  The youngest of children in childcare depend upon diligent environment and individual observations to ensure their health and safety.  To implement a child-led program when working with this most vulnerable of age groups the Infant Toddler ECE must be highly skilled at observing children’s interests and development to create a responsive care program and curriculum.  It is important that they are also extremely intuitive and responsive to every child’s cues and needs.

Direct Childcare Duties:

·       Maintain a positive, calm attitude and a pleasant, soothing voice, modelling this attitude and voice for parents and fellow Staff

·       Responding quickly in a soothing and tender manner to children’s cries or calls of distress

·       Respecting individual children’s preferences and eating styles, participating in meals times to model good manners and healthy nutrition

·       Conducting developmental screenings and ongoing assessments of infants and toddlers to determine motor, language, social, cognitive, perceptual and emotional skills

·       Planning and implementing activities for children with special needs, with training and technical assistance from disabilities and mental health specialists, implementing individual education and care plans, behaviour management plans and/or individualized services or activities as outlined for those children

·       Intervention to ensure that a developmental problem is properly dealt with or that a child is protected from harm in cases of children attending the daycare who display signs of developmental problems or family issues. This may involve contacting a social worker, depending on the circumstances.

·       Following and ensuring all policies and procedures are implemented consistently

·       Remaining especially attentive to children during routines such as diaper changing, feeding and changing children’s clothing.

·       Respecting individual children’s preferences and eating styles, engaging with children at mealtimes and modelling good manners and nutrition

·       Tending to children’s personal hygiene needs

·       Introducing, encouraging and assisting children to practice self-help

·       Providing positive behavior guidance through redirecting, positive language and positive reinforcement

·       Encouraging children to question and explore the world

·       Integrating children with special needs in the mainstream program

·       Organize and participate in developmentally appropriate and safe excursions to enhance learning experiences

·       Promote language development through storytelling, drama, music and discussions

·       Teaching and model health and safety concepts and social interactions

·       Respecting young children’s curiosity about each other, ensuring they treat each other gently

·       Following procedures for administering medications, ensuring permission is granted

·       Reporting all accidents, injuries and illness and recording such incidences

·       Monitor the environment for hazards

·       Observe all children for signs of illness, injury, abuse, neglect, emotional disturbances and other special needs and reporting to parents or authorities

·       Establishing and carrying out a daily activity schedule that incorporates child directed activities, care routines and transition times that meet the needs of every child in their care

·       Practicing and modelling good personal hygiene, health and hand washing

·       Releasing children to authorized persons only

·       Help each child build their sense of identity and belonging

·       Observe and value each child’s way of expressing themselves

·       Assess learning and development

Childcare Team Duties:

·       Maintain a cooperative attitude of working together with fellow ECE’s

·       Facilitate a team environment through personal behavior, work contributions and the sharing of expertise and knowledge

·       Participate in the developing of new ideas and methods for program enhancement during team planning sessions

·       Attend all training opportunities

·       Being flexible and willing to compromise

·       Supporting fellow staff in work and personal issues

Program Design Duties:

·       Contribute to designing the program the day care uses in its day-to-day operations

·       Lead I/T ECE responsible for final say in program planning but must be willing to collaborate.

·       Supervise and co-ordinate activities of other ECE assistants

·       Developing a schedule of daily activities to entertain, stimulate and educate the children at a level appropriate to their age

·       Evaluate programs regularly

·       Use the B.C. Early Learning Framework as a guide

·       Implement a balanced and nutritious healthy food and drink plan

·       Consistent and reasonable plan for dealing with guidance issues

·       Being familiar and up to date on plans for dealing with emergencies

·       Participating in regular safety drills and the review and revision process

·       Following the Early Learning Framework in curriculum planning

·       Be aware of and responsive to children’s interests to keep curriculum as emergent and child-led

·       Focus on Holistic Development by incorporating Social, Physical, Intellectual, Creative and Emotional goals

·       Planning and implementing activities for children with special needs, with training and technical assistance from disabilities and mental health specialists, implementing individual education and care plans, behavior management plans and/or individualized services or activities as outlined for those children

Facility Duties:

·       Keeping up to date inventory of supplies and equipment, notifying manager when running low

·       Ensuring daily cleaning is conducted and up to standards

·       Regular safety checks of environment (toys, supplies, facility, playgrounds, outdoor areas, indoor areas)

·       Repairing or removing to replace broken or worn-out materials, toys, equipment

Community Duties:

·       Contributing to a monthly newsletter from the Centre

·       Brainstorming and implementing ways to integrate children into the community and with citizens

·       Planning and implementing field trips to link children with community

Parental Interaction Duties:

·       Accommodating parent’s instructions for daily routines, when possible, within group routines

·       Maintaining an open, friendly and cooperative relationship with each child and family, always greeting families with a friendly smile and tone, addressing them by preferred names

·       Ensuring all information and release forms are accurate, up to date, signed and securely filed

·       Conducting regular meetings with parents and support people regarding child’s successes, challenges and progressions in the program

·       Consulting parents/guardians when issues arise to come to the best solution for child, parents and Daycare Centre

·       Act as first-level for parent complaints

·       Teaching and modelling developmentally appropriate practises for parents in caring for their child

·       Encouraging parents to participate and be an active part of the program whenever possible

·       Discussing and informing parents of daily events and their child’s progress through face-to-face meetings, emailed daily reports or phone calls

·       Demonstrate a genuine appreciation and respect for diverse family systems and practices

Safety Compliance Duties:

·       Implementing and following procedures for administering medications, prescription and non-prescription, and maintaining health records

·       Responding to, reporting and recording all accidents, injuries, and illnesses

·       Monitoring the environment for hazards

·       Implementing and following Safe Release for Children procedure, only releasing children to those authorized to pick-up

·       Ensure classroom and play environment is kept sanitary and implement a cleaning schedule

·       Modelling good hygiene practices, teaching and guiding children in healthful living

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How to apply

By mail: 8953 Grainger Road, Canal Flats, BCV0B 1B0

By email: ashley.nielsen@villageahcs.ca

What you must include in your application: Cover letter, Reference, Certifications