Early Childhood Educator (Temporary) 10 Month Per Year Basis - 4Hrs/Wk

The Early Childhood Educator (ECE) leads after school care and works in partnership with the Kindergarten teacher in the classroom.

The Seamless Day model allows primary school children to attend childcare in the Kindergarten classroom with a team of the ECE and the classroom teacher. The ECE works from 3-5pm on Tuesdays and Thursdays. For the first part of the shift the ECE works in the Kindergarten classroom, collaborating with the classroom teacher to design programs and environments that align with the BC Ministry of Education Early Learning Framework. The majority of the shift entails leading the after-school child care early learning program. The model is designed to enhance children’s cognitive, physical, social, and emotional development and benefits from the professional expertise of primary teachers and Early Childhood Educators working together.

All awarded applicants will be required to join the CUPE Local 748 Union.

Note: A Vulnerable Sector Criminal Record Check will be required from successful applicants, with a review every five (5) years.

Qualifications and Experience:

Successful completion of Post-secondary Certificate or Diploma as an Early Childhood Educator. Preference given to those with a diploma.

Current Early Childhood Educator’s Certificate to Practice from the BC Government’s ECE Registry.

For questions please contact District Principal, Naomi Ross at naomi.ross@sd8.bc.ca or 250-505-7008.

School District 8 supports equity hiring for Indigenous applicants.

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