Early Childhood Education Assistant

Early Childhood Educator

Summit Community Services Society (SCSS) seeks an enthusiastic ECEA to join our team. We are posting for a position at Second Steps Daycare for an ECEA for 40 hrs per week to cover a maternity leave with the option to extend. The candidate will practice according to IHA’s child care licensing regulations, the ECE code of ethics and the BC Early Learning Framework. The successful candidate will plan, lead, and guide activities throughout the day, such as reading, physical activity, and creative expression through art and song.

KEY DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES:

• Plan, carry out and evaluate developmentally appropriate activities and experiences for children 3yrs - school age; to encourage independence and growth in all areas of the children’s social, emotional and physical development.
• Work in collaboration with co-educators.
• Maintain open, respectful and positive communication with co-educators; parents and family members.
• Follow and uphold all Licensing regulations and confidentiality guidelines.
• Maintain an organized and a welcoming environment.
• Carry out regular daily cleaning and sanitizing duties.

EDUCATION AND TRAINING REQUIRED

• ECEA Certification
• First Aid Certificate
• Food Safe Certificate
• Criminal Record Check

JOB SKILLS AND ABILITIES

• Good Organization and time management skills.
• Ability to work in partnership with team members.
• Sensitive and responsive to cultural differences in the client population.
• Positive, caring and compassionate attitude
• Safety conscious with keen observational skills
• Excellent leadership skills and confidence in giving direction
• Excellent verbal communication skills
• Ability to motivate others and be proactive
• Ability to be organized and plan ahead

Please note that only successful applicants will be contacted. We thank you in advance for your application.