Job Description

The Early Years Supervisor plays a pivotal role in supporting the well-being and development of children in a nurturing environment. This position involves overseeing care programs, ensuring that each child's needs are met while fostering a safe and engaging atmosphere. The ideal candidate will have a passion for caregiving and early childhood education, with the ability to educate and inspire both children and their families.

Key Responsibilities

Responsible for setting up a plan for Programing and delivering that plan to ensure students are provided with the optimal amount of attention. Lead, train, and supervise the security team, ensuring high standards of performance and professionalism. Collaborate with the Communications Specialist to ensure the Monthly program plan is communicated appropriately. Identify each child's needs and create an individual plan for each Child. Create lesson plans and coordinate field trips. Create and deliver reports as required by the Health and Wellness Department. Responsible for the health and safety of all children on site, and able to advise on better layouts, plans and alternatives to foster continued safety and educational experience for children. Maintain an organized and clean classroom and environment and ensure safe setup and take down of educational materials. Prepare budgets, variance reports, and manage departmental purchases. Prepare and submit program reports as required. Create meal plans for the week and communicate grocery lists to the Health and Wellness Administrative team for grocery order and pickup. Liaison and update parents on progress of the children and calmly communicate concerns. Update/re-stock inventories and other supplies as needed for the classroom. Other duties as required.

Qualifications

A minimum of an ECE certificate with at least 2 years of teaching experience will be considered. Strong working knowledge of BC Early Learning Framework and current Childcare Licensing Regulations Adaptable, positive, patience, punctual. Ability to orient, instruct, and evaluate staff, students, and volunteers. Valid First-Aid Certificate required. A clean Criminal and Background Report including the vulnerable sector is required. Excellent English verbal and written ability is required as well as exceptional listening skills. And Indigenous person is preferred but not required. Ability to work in a team geared, cultural and politically sensitive environment. Ability to balance competing priorities, multitask, and to work under pressure. Ability to be flexible and to work in an environment that applies cross training within other Departments. Ability to maintain Confidentiality and abide by Cheam First Nations' Policies and Procedures. Knowledge, respect and understanding of Sto:l? culture, traditions and language is considered an asset. Experience working with First Nations community is considered an asset.

How to Apply

Apply by submitting your resume and a cover letter detailing your relevant experience and interest in this role.

Band members are encouraged to self-identify when sending applying to the role.

Thank you for your interest in joining our team at Cheam. We appreciate the time and effort you have taken to apply.

Please note that only candidates selected for an interview will be contacted. We thank all applicants for their interest and encourage you to apply for future opportunities that match your qualifications.

Job Type: Full-time

Pay: $25.00-$28.00 per hour

Benefits:

Dental care Extended health care On-site parking
Schedule:

Monday to Friday Weekends as needed
Application question(s):

Describe your experience working in a daycare Are you an Indigenous person (First Nations, Metis, and Inuit)
Education:

Secondary School (preferred)
Experience:

Teaching: 2 years (preferred)
Licence/Certification:

Early childhood education certificate (required)
Work Location: In person