Job Description

Unique Get Together Society - Whole Child Childcare - Body Mind Spirit.

Where teaching is led with the heart.

UGTS is currently ISO an Infant Toddler educator to join our daycare team for a 12 month contract , set to start in early January 2025.

About us

: Step into your greatness at Unique Get Together Society (UGTS) where transformation and growth are priority for ourselves and the people we serve. We are an outstanding, extraordinary registered charity on a quest to create social change and provide a voice for those who cannot speak for themselves. We believe that together we can create a more inclusive world where every individual is cherished and valued.

If you want to be part of a dynamic, heart centered, outstanding organization, want to embrace a dynamic ever-growing organization that is committed to creating social change/government policies and understand that collaboration is key, then what you are seeking is seeking you. apply today!

Our Mission:

To strengthen connections with the land, ourselves, and each other, creating safe, inclusive space for social change.

Our Vision:

To create a safe and inclusive world where humanity celebrates diversity and embraces love for all our relations

THE ORGANIZATION:

Unique Get Together Society is a registered charity that is dedicated to empowering indigenous peoples and all marginalized communities through our support programs and activities. We see our primary responsibility to deliver services with a distinctly indigenous perspective and principles. Our Mission is to empower the Indigenous, marginalized and underserved communities, individuals and families we serve. NO enrolled child or their Family will be discriminated upon on the basis of Age, Race, Color, Sex, Creed, Ability, Religion, Public Assistants Status, National origin, or ancestry.

THE POSITION:

We are currently looking for qualified Early Childhood Educators to

assist in all aspects of our daycare at 46612 First Avenue in Chilliwack BC.

Early Childhood Educators will report to the Daycare Manager.

Located in Chilliwack

The Early Childhood Educator provides quality inclusive childcare programming daily;

Ensures the safety and well-being of the children; Helps to support the individual needs

of the children; Works within a group or with individual children; Follows instructions for

individual care plans or special needs; Works positively and cooperatively as a team

player; and performs other tasks as assigned and as directed by the immediate

Supervisor.

This position reports to the Daycare Supervisor.

Qualifications/Requirements:

A Valid Early Childhood Educator license to practice - IT, SN, ECE or ECA Certificate

Infant Toddler and Special Needs certification is an asset

Work experience providing care for Infants/Toddlers and/or 3-5's preferred

Knowledge and understanding of Community Care and Assisted Living Act, Child Care Licensing Regulations

Knowledge and understanding of the development of children and their mental, physical, social, emotional and spiritual needs

Active First Aid certificate

Possess positive communication skills

Demonstrates abilities to build strong relationships with families and children

Ability to work as a positive team player and maintain a healthy working relationship with staff, supervisor, and the manager

. Adhere to the Philosophy of the UGTS Daycare and expectations of care and program development

. Follow the guidance of the Supervisor and the Manager

Maintain the confidentiality guidelines of all records, materials and communications concerning clients and staff

Ability to work independently and with minimum supervision effectively

. Be prepared and organized for daily planned activities

. Be flexible and open to making changes to the schedule or planed activities as it is needed for the benefit of the children.

. Be open to engage in child-led moments and learning opportunities.

Successful candidates will be required to provide the following if screened in for an interview:

Proof of education documentation

. Must have a valid BC License to Practice

References: Three names and phone numbers of recent supervisors/professors

Must possess reliable transportation

Must successfully pass the required pre-employment Criminal records check through the Province of BC

Proof of up-to-date vaccinations.

Starting wage

: $28/hr, (Includes WE)

Job Type: Full-time

Schedule: Day shift (7 hrs. daily- plus one hour after-hours prep time)

Monday to Friday

Work Location: In person

Job Types: Full-time, Part-time

Pay: From $28.00 per hour

Benefits:

Casual dress Company car Company events Flexible schedule Paid time off Wellness program
Flexible language requirement:

French not required
Schedule:

8 hour shift Day shift Monday to Friday
Licence/Certification:

Drivers license and access to reliable transportation (preferred) Infant Toddler Educator certificate registered in BC (required)
Work Location: In person