Early Childhood Educator

Working within the Early Childhood Education (ECE) department, Under the direction of the Daycare Supervisor, the Early Childhood Educator will provide hands-on childcare to children in Seabird Island Band’s Early Childhood Education programs, in accordance with all childcare licensing requirements and the philosophies, policies, and objectives established by Seabird Island Band Management.

The successful applicant will provide high-quality, inclusive childcare that emphasizes emotional, physical, spiritual, cognitive and social development by offering individualized and group activities.

We are seeking both Early Childhood Educators as well as Early Childhood Educators with their Infant/Toddler or Special Needs Certification.

SUCCESS PROFILE

What does it take to be successful working in the Early Childhood Education Department at Seabird Island? Check out the top traits we’re looking for and see if you have the right mix.

Ethical: Maintains and promotes individual and organizational integrity and values in conduct of all activities.

Accountable: Takes responsibility and ownership for a problem, project, or issue.

Interpersonally Effective: Creates and sustains positive working relationships.

Culturally Led: foster workplace cultures that respect and value the skills, experiences, and perspectives of Indigenous employees and communities.

Flexible/Adaptable: Maintains effectiveness in varying work environments where circumstances and priorities are changing.

Effective Communicator: Demonstrates open, honest, and respectful written and verbal communication.

WORK THAT MATTERS

We believe in providing a caring environment for children and being a support system for their family. The Daycare team strives to meet each individual child’s needs for their development.

We operate as an Aboriginal Head Start On-Reserve enhanced program that encompasses the seven components of Head Start: health, nutrition, parent & family involvement, Sto:ló culture & Halq’eméylem language, social support, education, and special needs inclusion.

We are located 1 kilometer from Agassiz, BC on the beautiful Fraser River, 120 km east of Vancouver.

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BENEFITS & PERKS

Benefits vary by job type, apply after a successful probationary period and are confirmed in the interview and hiring process.

Extended health and dental benefits,

Accrued vacation and sick time.

Pension plan with matching employer contributions,

Access to internal training programs, professional development, and skill enhancement

Collaboration with an interdisciplinary team,

Casual dress code

Equitable hourly rates in accordance with the Early Childhood Educators of BC (ECEBC)

Early Childhood Educators (ECEs) wage enhancement while on the floor with children.

WHAT YOU'LL DO

Child Care:

Provide developmentally and culturally appropriate activities and experiences for the children.

Assist with meals and snacks, ensuring dietary needs are met.

Provide a safe (emotionally and physically) and healthy environment with flexible routines. Provide direct supervision of children, ensuring developmentally appropriate experiences.

Encourage parental involvement in children’s learning.

Ability to honor individuality, diversity and children's emerging interests within community and family contexts.

Aid in the development of peer relationships, social behavior and supporting a child’s resilience.

Records Keeping and Attendance Tracking:

Maintain attendance for children.

Follow the procedures for maintaining health records and for administrating medication.

Immediately report all accidents, injuries and illnesses to the Daycare Supervisor, and record such incidents in the communications book.

Immediately report all cases of (suspected) child abuse and or neglect to the Daycare Supervisor and /or follow the policy for reporting.

Assist in and participate in field trips.

Contribute to the ongoing operation of the center.

Attend and participate in regular staff meetings.

Follow licensing regulations.

Other:

Other duties or responsibilities as assigned by your Supervisor, Manager, Director, Executive Director, or Chief & Council

WHAT YOU BRING

Education

Early Childhood Education Certificate and current license to practice required.

Infant/Toddler or Special Needs considered an asset.

Experience/Skills

Experience working with children in an Early Childhood Education environment is required.

Demonstrated working knowledge of early intervention, child development, family centered practice and community based services required.

Working knowledge of appropriate assessment tools is required.

Extensive knowledge of social-economic issues affecting urban Aboriginal children and families on and off reserve is an asset.

Excellent coordination and time management skills required.

Ability to follow through with tasks with minimal supervision.

Physically & emotionally capable of carrying out the duties of this position while maintaining a positive and nonjudgmental attitude.

Requirements

Always maintain confidentiality.

Must provide satisfactory immunization and tuberculosis testing results.

Ability to work with confidential and sensitive information.

Current Childcare Facilities and Licensing approved First Aide Certification

Proficient computer skills with the Microsoft Office 365 Suite (Outlook, Word, Excel, PowerPoint, Teams.)

Proficient interpersonal and communication (written and verbal) skills.

Ability to agree as well as adhere to Seabird Island Band Human Resources (HR), Finance, and Information Technology (IT) Policies and Procedures, etc.

Knowledge, respect and understanding of Stó: lo culture, traditions and language or willingness to learn.

Experience working with First Nations community is considered an asset.

Valid BC Driver’s License with a clean Driver’s Abstract within the last 5 years.

Satisfactory Criminal Record Check

Reports to: Daycare Supervisor

PRE-EMPLOYMENT SCREENING

Employment is conditional upon completing pre-employment screening to ensure a safe and secure work environment in which students, staff, members, families, community, as well as resources, and assets are protected. All background checks, reference checks and criminal record checks are performed in accordance with SIB HR Policy, protecting the integrity and confidentiality of information gathered during the evaluation.

Seabird Island is an equal opportunity employer and encourages applications from all qualified individuals. Pursuant to S. 41 of the BC Human Rights code, preference may be given to Applicants of Indigenous, Métis, or Inuit heritage. We are interested in every qualified candidate who is eligible to work in Canada; however, we are not able to sponsor visas.

We thank you for your interest. Only those selected for an interview will be contacted.