Job Description

Academics prekidergarten YVR is doing expanding and hiring Early Childhood Educator 

Develop and implement child-care programs that support and promote the physical, cognitive, emotional and social development of children Story telling, Lead activities by telling or reading stories, teaching songs and taking children to local points of interest.

Engage children in activities by telling stories teaching songs and preparing crafts, provide opportunities to express creativity through the media of art, dramatic play, music and physical activity.

Guide and assist children in the development of proper eating, dressing and toilet habits. Prepare snacks and arrange rooms or furniture for lunch and rest periods. Observe children for signs of potential learning or behavioral problems and prepare reports for parents, guardians or supervisor.

Submit written observations on children to early childhood educators or supervisors. Discuss progress and problems of children at staff meetings. Knowledge of licensing regulations. Establish guidelines for behavior.

Assess the abilities, interests and needs of children and discuss progress or problems with parents and other staff members. Attend staff meetings to discuss progress and problems of children Establish and maintain collaborative relationships with-workers and community service providers working with children.

Plan and maintain an environment that protects the health, security and well-being of children. Supervise and co-ordinate activities of other early childhood educators and early childhood educators’ assistants.

Certificates, Licences, Memberships, and Courses Required:

 -Emergency childcare first aid and CPR

-Early Childhood Education (ECE) Certificate

Additional Information needed:

-Criminal record check

-Immunization records

-Work Conditions and Physical capabilities:

Repetitive tasks; Physically demanding; Attention to detail.

Combination of sitting, standing, walking; Bending, crouching kneeling; Manual dexterity

Personal Suitability:

Punctuality; Dependability; Effective interpersonal skills; Excellent oral communication; Excellent written communication; Flexibility; Interpersonal awareness; Judgement; Reliability; Team player; Values and ethics

Benefits:

Dental plan, Health care plan, Vision care benefits, Free parking available, Registered retirement savings plan (RRSP)

Required languages: English.

Education level: College, CEGEP or other non-university certificate or diploma from a program of 1 year to 2 years

Required skills: Early Childhood Education ECE) Certificate

Closest intersection:500-3600 Lysander Lane Richmond, V7B-1C3