Job Description

Organizational Unit
University of Victoria -> Student Affairs -> Campus Services
Location
University of Victoria - Victoria, BC V8W 2Y2 CA (Primary)

Posting Close Date
Ongoing until filled
Please note that positions will close at 4 p.m. on the closing date.
FTE
1.0
Salary Grade
$4,880.00 - $5,032.00
Additional Posting Information:
N/A
Salary posted will be pro-rated based on FTE and achieved as per the collective agreement, if applicable.
Classification
PB10
Hours of Work
Monday to Friday, varied shifts between 7:45 am - 5:00 pm
Start Date
3/10/2025
End Date
4/1/2026
Employee Group:
CUPE 951 - Term
# of Hires Needed
1
Category
Other
About this Opportunity
University of Victoria Child Care is seeking an outstanding, experienced Early Childhood Educator (ECE) to join our team in a full-time (35 hours per week), temporary ECE Supervisor position for one of our 30 months to school aged (3 - 5 year olds) full-day child care programs.


UVic Child Care Services educators are passionate leaders and advocates for the field, who uphold very high standards and provide strong mentorship to ECEs new to the field. At UVic Child Care Services:


We provide a free in-house professional development program in which we work with our Pedagogist who guides inquiry work and research projects, and provides resources to support educator learning.


• Our educators have published journal articles, held exhibits and presented at a number of conferences and workshops.
• Our pedagogy, inquiry work and research align with the BC Early Learning Framework (2019).

We practice the Common Worlds Framework approach, which considers our ethical relations with others in the Anthropocene• -reflecting on place, the legacies of colonialism, reconciliation, and 21st century environmental inheritances. For more information on our theoretical approaches, please visit www.commonworlds.net and www.earlychildhoodcollaboratory.net.


Benefits and Perks •

UVic compensation and benefits are competitive with:


• Comprehensive medical benefits and Employee and family assistance program
• Payment in lieu of Pension, Basic Life Insurance and Dental Care Benefits
• Access to health and wellness tools and resources to support you in finding work-life balance
• Generous paid leave for vacation, illness, as well as unavoidable appointments
• Diverse range of learning and development opportunities
• Sustainability initiatives including discounted transit passes and a pedestrian and bike friendly campus
• Balanced work day that includes both paid and unpaid breaks


• Vacation and paid annual holiday closure entitlement is prorated on the basis of annual full-time entitlement


Note: In addition to the posted salary ECEs are also paid $4.00 per hour for the BC Provincial Government ECE Wage Enhancement for eligible hours (see the ECE Wage Enhancement Guidelines for more information). Current salary $34.62 per hour + ECE WE $4.00 per hour = $38.62 per hour total


This position is for a 13 month temporary term, with a possibility of the term being extended. Please note that a current Early Childhood Educator Certificate issued through the BC ECE Registry is required for this position.


For questions related to this job opportunity please contact Kim Ainsworth, Director, Child Care at 250-721-6656 or kainsw@uvic.ca


••••Applicants must apply through the online UVic Careers system ••


Job Summary
University of Victoria (UVic) Child Care provides on-campus, innovative, creative, inspiring, and responsive early learning and care to young children of UVic full-time students, staff and faculty. The pedagogy for all UVic child care programs is founded on the BC Ministry of Child Care and Education's BC Early Learning Framework (2019) and the Common Worlds Framework.


The Early Childhood Educator Supervisor (ECE Supervisor) leads a child care team providing early learning and care to children who are aged 30 months to pre-Kindergarten (three to five year olds). The ECE Supervisor works in ratio with the children and assumes overall responsibility for the child care program's operation, and pedagogy ensuring that the program aligns with the BC Early Learning Framework (BC Government, 2019); the ECEBC Code of Ethics; BC Community Care and Assisted Living Act; and Child Care Licensing Regulations.


All staff who work in UVic Child Care Services must be immunized in accordance with the childhood immunization schedule. The ECE must also possess sufficient stamina for full-time work in a busy full day child care centre. The position is physically demanding and includes lifting up to 15 kg, crouching, squatting, bending, standing for long periods of time, supervising outdoor play, walking, and sitting on floor. Please note that our child care programs spend several hours a day outdoors year round.


Job Requirements
Experience:

Minimum of two years' experience working as a certified Early Childhood Educator in a leadership position,

with demonstrated experience implementing the BC Early Learning Framework (BC Government, 2019).


Knowledge/Skills/Abilities:


• Demonstrated leadership skills in building and maintaining collaborative relationships within a team environment and with other professionals.
• Demonstrated ability to set goals and objectives and implement plans within set timelines.
• Excellent organizational skills.
• Demonstrated evidence of ongoing professional commitment and development, and an attitude that supports ongoing learning and self-reflection skills.
• Demonstrated strong interpersonal and written communication skills with children, families, team members and other professionals.
• Ability to problem solve by using judgement, independent thinking and/or analysis.
• Demonstrated knowledge of and skills implementing the BC Community Care and Assisted Living Act and
• BC Child Care Licensing Regulations into practice.
• Demonstrated ability and strong interest integrating the BC Early Learning Framework (BC Government, 2019) in a child care program including program planning, inquiry work and creating pedagogical narrations.
• Strong guidance skills for working with children in a diverse and inclusive environment.
• Commitment to the ECEBC Code of Ethics, including confidentiality and privacy of information.
• Commitment to valuing the principles of truth and reconciliation, equity and diversity and contributing to an inclusive and respectful environment.
• Ability to handle emergencies skillfully and calmly and in compliance with BC Child Care Regulations, as well as UVic's Policies and UVic Child Care policies.
• Ability to adapt to changing circumstances, to multi-task, and attend to children's needs while keeping awareness of the whole group.
• Ability to meet physical demands for the position: lifting with weight (up to 15 kg), crouching, squatting, bending, standing for long periods of time, supervising outdoor play, walking, and sitting on floor and spending several hours a day outdoors year-round.
• Flexibility to work a range of shifts within UVic Child Care operating hours, according to operational demands.
• Proficiency with computer applications (i.e., MS-Outlook, MS Word, MS-Teams, Zoom).


Specialized Knowledge/Education:


• Completion of an Early Childhood Education certificate or diploma program.
• Must hold a valid Early Childhood Educator Certificate issued by the BC Early Childhood Educator Registry.
• Strong knowledge of the BC Early Learning Framework (BC Government, 2019) and ability to implement into practice.
• Strong knowledge of the BC Community Care and Assisted Living Act and current BC Child Care Licensing Regulations.
• Must hold a valid Emergency Childcare with CPR-B (or C) First Aid certificate.
• In accordance with the BC Criminal Records Review Act, must have the ability to provide a clear criminal record check.
• Documentation of compliance in the immunization program per Ministry of Health guidelines (childhood immunizations).



Territory Acknowledgement: We acknowledge and respect the L?k?????n (Songhees and Esquimalt) Peoples on whose territory the university stands, and the L?k?????n and WSANE? Peoples whose historical relationships with the land continue to this day.

Equity and Diversity Statement: UVic is committed to upholding the values of equity, diversity, inclusion and Human Rights in our living, learning and work environments. In pursuit of our values, we seek members who are eager to actively participate in that shared responsibility. We actively encourage applications from members of historically and systemically marginalized groups. Read our full equity statement here: www.uvic.ca/equitystatement.

Accessibility Statement: If you anticipate needing accommodations for any part of the application and hiring process contact: uviccareers@uvic.ca Any personal information provided will be maintained in confidence.

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