Early childhood educator (E.C.E.)

Whitehorse Happy Hearts Daycare based in Whitehorse, YT is inviting applications from suitable candidates for the position of Early childhood educator (E.C.E.). Whitehorse Happy Hearts Daycare offers a range of age-appropriate programs tailored to meet the needs of children from infancy to preschool age. Our dedicated team of trained and caring professionals ensures that each child receives individualized attention and support to thrive in a warm and stimulating setting. The candidates who will get selected for the vacancy will be required to start the work as soon as possible.

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Job Description:

Employer Name: Whitehorse Happy Hearts Daycare
Position: Early childhood educator (E.C.E.)
No of Vacancies: 1
Salary: $32.08 hourly / 40 hours per week
Employment Type: Permanent employment Full time
Location: 38G LEWES BLVD Whitehorse Yuk, on Whitehorse, YT Y1A 5B4
Shifts: Day, Morning
Work setting: Day care centre or nursery school, Relocation costs not covered by employer, Kindergarten, Nursery school, Child care centre, Urban area
Supervision: 5-10 people

Requirements:

Languages: Candidates must have knowledge of the English Language
Education: Candidates need standard educational qualifications such as college/CEGEP or equivalent experience
Experience: Candidates don’t need experience although having experience is an asset
Credentials: Early Childhood Education (ECE) Certificate, First Aid Certificate, CPR Certificate
Security and safety: Vulnerable sector check, Tuberculosis test, Immunization records, Medical exam

Physical Requirements:

• The candidates should be able to sit, stand, walk, bend, crouch, and kneel for extended periods

Other Requirements:

• The candidate should be punctual, dependable, flexible, reliable, and judgmental
• The candidates should have values and ethics, interpersonal awareness, excellent oral communication, excellent written communication, efficient interpersonal skills, and be able to work as a team player

Candidate Status:

• Candidate must be a Canadian Citizen or temporary or permanent resident of Canada
• Candidate must have legal authorization (Work Permit) to work in Canada
• If Candidates are unable to fulfill above mentioned requirements, don’t apply for the position

Responsibilities:

• The candidates should be able to bathe, diaper and feed infants and toddlers, develop and implement child-care programs that support and promote the physical, cognitive, emotional and social development of children, storytelling, establish guidelines for behaviour
• The candidates should be able to lead activities by telling or reading stories, teaching songs and taking children to local points of interest, order supplies and equipment, support early childhood educators in carrying out programs that promote the physical, cognitive, emotional and social development of children
• The candidates should be able to assist early childhood educators or supervisors in keeping records, engage children in activities by telling stories, teaching songs and preparing crafts, provide opportunities to express creativity through the media of art, dramatic play, music and physical activity, guide and assist children in the development of proper eating, dressing and toilet habits
• The candidates should be able to maintain daycare equipment and assist in housekeeping and cooking duties, prepare snacks and arrange rooms or furniture for lunch and rest periods, observe children for signs of potential learning or behavioural problems and prepare reports for parents, guardians or supervisor
• The candidates should be able to submit written observations on children to early childhood educators or supervisors, discuss progress and problems of children at staff meetings, knowledge of Day Nurseries Act, knowledge of licensing regulations
• The candidates should be able to assess the abilities, interests and needs of children and discuss progress or problems with parents and other staff members, attend staff meetings to discuss progress and problems of children, establish and maintain collaborative relationships with co-workers and community service providers working with children
• The candidates should be able to plan and maintain an environment that protects the health, security and well-being of children, plan and organize activities for school-age children in child-care programs before and after regular school hours, supervise and co-ordinate activities of other early childhood educators and early childhood educator assistants

Benefits:

• The candidates will get paramedical services coverage, disability benefits, health care plan, and dental plan

How to apply:

If the position is fit for you and the basic requirements are fulfilled then you can now apply directly to the employer (along with your resume, and proof of the requested certifications) through below mentioned details.

By email
[email protected]

Be prepared for the screening questions. Include answering the following questions while applying:

• Are you currently legally able to work in Canada?