Early Childhood Educator (2 Positions)

Rate of pay:

Up to $32.00 per hour

Schedule:

Permanent, full-time, 40 hours per week - Monday to Friday 

Important notes:

The successful candidate will be required to provide an acceptable Vulnerable Sector Criminal Record Check as a condition of employment.

POSITION SUMMARY

The Early Childhood Educator (ECE) collaborates closely with all team members to provide a nurturing, inclusive and culturally appropriate space for all. The ECE will report directly to the Daycare Manager and will be on a team that includes (4) ECEA’s, one (1) Early Childhood Educator and one (1) Infant and Toddler Educator. The ECE will provide exemplary childcare guided by the British Columbia (B.C.) Learning Framework and the Early Childhood Educators of B.C. code of ethics.

PRIMARY RESPONSIBILITIES

  • Provides supervision, including approval of leave, performance evaluations and general oversight to a team of two (2) Early Childhood Educator Assistants (ECEA)
  • Assists in developing daycare schedules and planning logistics with daycare staff
  • Engages children in stories and other cultural teachings
  • Sets up and tears down daycare components as directed
  • Observes how children use materials and communications as a method to expand play and plan activities that recognize individual differences
  • Initiate’s referrals or additional services for parents and children
  • Prepares meals when necessary for daycare
  • Ensures compliance with safety protocols and Esquimalt Nations Daycare Policy
  • Assists in developing and implementing necessary guidelines for day care licensing
  • Carries out a daily schedule that incorporates child-directed activities, care routines and transition times
  • Encourages and assists children in carrying out daily routines
  • Engages children individually and as a group
  • Sets realistic behavior expectations for children
  • Attends to children’s physical needs such as diapering, toileting, eating and sleeping
  • Seeks out opportunities to recognize and respect family’s child rearing practices
  • Organizes physical and social environments to extend and expand child-directed play experiences
  • Provides a daily balance of active/quiet, indoor/outdoor and individual/group activities
  • Sets up and tear down of daycare components
  • Attends all training opportunities, staff meetings and events provided and scheduled
  • Performs other related duties as require.

The duties listed above are intended only as general illustrations of the various types of work that may be performed. Specific statements of duties not included does not exclude them from the position if the work is similar, related, or a logical assignment to the position. Job descriptions are subject to change by the Nation as the needs of the Nation and requirements of the job change.

TRAINING, EDUCATION, AND EXPERIENCE

Early Childhood Education Certification plus two years related work experience, preferably in a First Nation community. 

  • Class 4 driver’s license with own vehicle and extended liability insurance
  • Standard First Aid certification (or willingness to obtain)

KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS, AND ABILITIES

  • Demonstrated knowledge of Esquimalt/Indigenous people and culture
  • Ability to work within a team
  • Strong communication (verbal and written) skills
  • Possesses reliable public relations and interpersonal skills to clarify facts, provide information and respond to community needs
  • Proven ability to work with limited supervision and follow standardized practices and/or methods
  • Well-developed de-escalation skills in potentially volatile situations
  • Skilled in working with children and families

Applications

Interested applicants should send a resume and cover letter to humanresources@esquimaltnation.ca

Pursuant to Section 41 of BC Human Rights Code, preference may be given to qualified applicants of Indigenous ancestry (First Nations, Metis, and Inuit), with the required combination of education and experience.

The Esquimalt Nation administration office is located on Reserve land. As such, in accordance with Section 87 of the Indian Act, individuals who have Status under this act may be eligible for tax-exempt employment income. Eligibility is determined by the Canada Revenue Agency.

The Esquimalt Nation administration office is located on Reserve land. As such, in accordance with Section 87 of the Indian Act, individuals who have Status under this act may be eligible for tax-exempt employment income. Eligibility is determined by the Canada Revenue Agency.

If you are an Esquimalt Nation member and interested in working with us, please contact us at humanresources@esquimaltnation.ca.

Only applicants successful in the screening process will be contacted. If you have any questions regarding jobs at Esquimalt Nation, please contact humanresources@esquimaltnation.ca

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