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SalaryPosition Title: Early Childhood Educator- Support & Inclusion
Major Responsibilities:
Qualifications/Experience:
Competencies:
Leading Self
Application Deadline: Until Filled, applications will be reviewed as soon as they are received.
Thank you for your interest and application. Due to the high volume of applications received, only short-listed candidates will be contacted.
Location: Sechelt YMCA Child Care Center, (5538 Shorncliffe Ave, Sechelt)
Terms: Part time Temporary (20 hours/week)
Shift: Monday to Friday, 9am to 1pm (4 hours a day)
Salary:$19 per hour for responsible adult; $21.61 per hour for ECEA; 23.20 per hour for ECE License. Plus an additional $6 per hour for Licensed ECE’s as per the Provincial Government’s Wage Enhancement Initiative
Start Date: As soon as possible
End Date: August 30, 2024
Reports To: Team Leader, Child Care
Terms: Part time Temporary (20 hours/week)
Shift: Monday to Friday, 9am to 1pm (4 hours a day)
Salary:$19 per hour for responsible adult; $21.61 per hour for ECEA; 23.20 per hour for ECE License. Plus an additional $6 per hour for Licensed ECE’s as per the Provincial Government’s Wage Enhancement Initiative
Start Date: As soon as possible
End Date: August 30, 2024
Reports To: Team Leader, Child Care
Nature & Scope:
We are seeking a caring and creative Early Childhood Educator to provide a safe and engaging experience for all children at the YMCA. Following the YMCA Playing to Learn curriculum, the educator plans and leads activities based on the interests and the developmental level of the children in our care.
Major Responsibilities:
- Provide quality care and creative programming to children
- Build meaningful and positive relationships with children and families
- Work with your team to create a supportive and safe environment for both staff and families
- Deliver high quality and age-appropriate programs based on the YMCA Playing to Learn curriculum
- Provide active supervision at all times and work as a team to support transitions between play areas
- Use our parent communication app (Weemarkable) to provide daily communication and updates
- Keep a clean and safe environment – in all program areas and common spaces (with enhanced cleaning protocols for COVID-19)
- Follow all YMCA, Child Care Facility Licensing (CCFL) and legal requirements, including YMCA Playing to Learn curriculum standards
Qualifications/Experience:
- Basic ECE certification from a program recognized in British Columbia
- Infant Toddler Educator (ITE) License is an asset
- Special Needs Educator (SNE) is an asset
- Good verbal and written communication skills
- Any training related to child growth and development is an asset
- Emergency First Aid and CPR-C & AED certificate required (can be obtained with in 30 days after start date)
- 3 professional reference checks to be completed
- Successful candidates will be required to provide a current and satisfactory Criminal Reference Check/Vulnerable Sector Search issued no later than six (6) months preceding your start date
About YMCA Childcares:
YMCA BC is the largest provider of licensed childcare in Western Canada, with over thirty Early Years locations across the Lower Mainland, Fraser Valley and Sunshine Coast. Featuring our YMCA Playing to Learn curriculum, our childcare centers offer infant, toddler, 3-5 and preschool programs. We provide an environment that helps kids feel at home, learning and growing in a welcoming, safe and stimulating environment.
Competencies:
In addition to bringing a commitment to YMCA vision and values, the candidate should possess the following competencies:
Leading Self
- Evolve in Professional Capability – Commit to being better
- Achieve Excellence and Authenticity – Show up with the best version of you
Leading Others
- Develop the Potential in Others – Help people grow and lead
- Create a Culture of Connection – Build bridges between people and partners
Leading Mission
- Think and Act Strategically – Make good decisions and act on them
- Make an Intentional Impact – Advance the strength and cause of the Y
Application Deadline: Until Filled, applications will be reviewed as soon as they are received.
Thank you for your interest and application. Due to the high volume of applications received, only short-listed candidates will be contacted.
YMCA BC is committed to creating an inclusive, accessible environment where all members of our community feel valued, respected, and supported. We encourage applications from the diverse communities in which we live and serve, including but not limited to people of colour, Indigenous people, persons with disabilities, and persons of any sexual orientation or gender identity. We have established policies, procedures, and practices to meet accessibility standards throughout the hiring process. Should you require any accommodation throughout the recruitment process, please do not hesitate to contact our Human Resources department.
