Job Description

Early Childhood Educator /Assistant - Inclusion Support Staff

Position Start Date: ASAP

Posting closes: Open until filled

Positions Available: One (1)

The Oaklands Community Associations' (OCA) childcare programs provide full-day care to children 6 months to 5 years of age. The Early Childhood I/T Educator is responsible for the direct supervision and program planning and implementation of age appropriate and child-centred activities. They will work collaboratively with other ECE's and ECE-A's and the Childcare Program Manager at Hamilton Park Childcare Centre located in the Oaklands Community.

Hours of Work:

This is a regular full-time position working up to 40 hours/week Monday to Friday shifts with the exception of statutory holidays and program closures.

Starting Rate of Pay:

ECE I/T - $31.00 including the $6.00 Government Funded Wage Enhancement Incentive ($25.00/hr + $6.00/hr WE)

Primary Responsibilities

Plan, develop, and implement combined day long child care programs designed to meet children's social, physical, intellectual, creative, cultural, emotional and developmental needs in a child care environment Provide opportunity for creative expression through the mediums of art, dramatic play and music Build children's social, interpersonal skills and self-esteem by establishing routines and using positive guidance to allow children to feel secure, comfortable and safe Assess the developmental level of children and develop individual Care Plans Provide supervision and guidance of daily activities, field trips and special events Establish and maintain good communication with children's families and community agencies involved in children's development Assist in housekeeping duties

Other Desires Qualities:

Compassionate, kind, supportive and encouraging towards children, families, and co-workers Dedicated to providing quality care to children Flexible and adaptable to changes Motivated to create a positive childcare environment Takes initiative

Qualifications:

A valid B.C. License to Practice as an Early Childhood Infant Toddler Educator

Minimum 1 year experience working in a childcare program an asset Strong understanding of BC Child Care Licensing Regulations Current First Aid/CPR, clean Criminal Records Check, and immunizations Ability to work collaboratively and cooperatively with team Excellent interpersonal and communication skills Professionalism when working with staff, families and children at all times

Additional Incentives:

50% discount Oaklands Community Association programs, including childcare programs Enrollment in ECE Wage Enhancement program Weekly paid planning time Free Parking Paid Professional development opportunities Annual rate of pay increase After 3 months successful employment: Comprehensive Benefits package, including extended Health and Dental benefits, and pension contributions, paid sick days and personal time off, and one-week paid holiday over SD#61 winter break
The OCA is committed to creating a safe, inclusive workplace environment, and invites indigenous folks, people of colour, LGBTQ+, and persons with disabilities to apply. We foster a welcoming community-focused working culture, that provides our employees with opportunities to learn and grow. Necessary accommodations are provided for applicants to be successful in the role.

Apply with cover letter and resume to:

Justine Keenan

Hamilton Park Childcare Program Manager

Oaklands Community Association

hamilton@oaklandsca.com

Job Type: Full-time

Pay: From $31.00 per hour

Benefits:

Casual dress Dental care Extended health care On-site parking Store discount Vision care
Work Location: In person