Early childhood educator (ECE)
Whitewood Wiggles & Giggles Childcare Centre Inc based in Whitewood, SK is inviting applications from suitable candidates for the position of Early childhood educator (ECE). Whitewood Wiggles & Giggles Childcare Centre Inc is a premier childcare facility dedicated to providing a nurturing and stimulating environment for children. Specializing in early childhood education and daycare services, they offer comprehensive programs designed to foster children’s development and curiosity. The candidates selected for the vacancy will be required to start the work as soon as possible.
Job Description:
Employer Name: Whitewood Wiggles & Giggles Childcare Centre Inc
Position: Early childhood educator (ECE)
No of Vacancies: 2
Salary: $14.00 to $27.52 hourly (To be negotiated) for 65 to 160 hours per month
Employment Type: Permanent employment Full time
Location: 805 South Avenue Whitewood, SK S0G 5C0
Shifts: Day, Evening, Early Morning, Morning
Transportation information: Own transportation
Work setting: Child care centre, Rural area, and Before and after school programs
Supervision: 5-10 people
Requirements:
Languages: Candidates must have knowledge of the English Language
Education: Candidates don’t need standard educational qualification such as degree, certificate or diploma
Experience: Candidates don’t need experience, training will be provided
Area of specialization: Children with behavioural issues, Children with allergies, and Children with asthma
Credentials: Child development assistant (ECE level 1), Child development supervisor (ECE level 3), Child development worker (ECE level 2), Early Childhood Education (ECE) Certificate, First Aid Certificate, and CPR Certificate
Security and safety: Criminal record check, and Vulnerable sector check
Physical Requirements:
- The candidates should be comfortable working outdoors and able to work effectively in noisy environments
- The candidates should be non-smokers and comfortable working in an air-conditioned environment
- The candidates should be capable of handling repetitive tasks and be physically fit to meet the demands of the job
- The candidates should demonstrate attention to detail and be comfortable with a combination of sitting, standing, and walking
- The candidates should be able to perform tasks requiring bending, crouching, and kneeling, and possess manual dexterity for precise tasks
Other Requirements:
- The candidates should demonstrate punctuality and be dependable in fulfilling their responsibilities
- The candidates should possess efficient interpersonal skills and exhibit excellent oral communication abilities
- The candidates should demonstrate excellent written communication skills and display flexibility in their work approach
- The candidates should have interpersonal awareness, understanding others’ perspectives, and exercise good judgment in decision-making
- The candidates should be reliable in meeting deadlines and commitments and be team players, capable of collaborating effectively with others
- The candidates should uphold values and ethics in their work and demonstrate creativity in problem-solving
- The candidates should be honest and transparent in their interactions and have the ability to multitask efficiently
- The candidates should have food safety/handling skills
Candidate Status:
- Canadian citizens and permanent or temporary foreign workers of Canada are eligible for this position
- International Candidates who don’t have a valid Canadian work permit also can apply
Responsibilities:
- The candidates should be able to bathe, diaper, and feed infants and toddlers, and develop and implement child-care programs that support and promote the physical, cognitive, emotional, and social development of children
- The candidates should be able to engage in storytelling and assist early childhood educators in carrying out programs that promote the physical, cognitive, emotional, and social development of children
- The candidates should be able to lead activities by telling or reading stories, teaching songs, and taking children to local points of interest, and assist early childhood educators or supervisors in keeping records
- The candidates should be able to encourage children to express creativity through the media of art, dramatic play, music, and physical activity, and engage children in activities by telling stories, teaching songs, and preparing crafts
- The candidates should be able to guide and assist children in the development of proper eating, dressing, and toilet habits, and maintain daycare equipment and assist in housekeeping and cooking duties
- The candidates should be able to prepare snacks and arrange rooms or furniture for lunch and rest periods, and observe children for signs of potential learning or behavioral problems and prepare reports for parents, guardians, or supervisors
- The candidates should be able to submit written observations on children to early childhood educators or supervisors, and discuss progress and problems of children at staff meetings
- The candidates should have knowledge of the Day Nurseries Act and licensing regulations, and establish guidelines for behavior
- 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, and attend staff meetings to discuss progress and problems of children
- The candidates should be able to establish and maintain collaborative relationships with co-workers and community service providers working with children, plan and maintain an environment that protects the health, security, and well-being of children, and plan and organize activities for school-age children in child-care programs before and after regular school hours
Benefits:
- The candidates will get free parking available, learning/training paid by employer, on-site daycare available, and team building opportunities
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, Cover letter, Letter of recommendation, Proof of the requested certifications, and Highest level of education and name of institution where it was completed) through the below-mentioned details
By email
whitewoodwigglesandgiggles@gmail.com
By mail
PO Box 459
Whitewood, SK
S0G 5C0
In person
805 South Avenue
Whitewood, SK
S0G 5C0
Between 06:45 a.m. and 05:30 p.m
By phone
306-735-5555
Between 06:45 a.m. and 05:30 p.m
Be prepared for the screening questions. Include answering the following questions while applying:
- Are you currently a student?
- Do you currently reside in proximity to the advertised location?
- Do you have previous experience in this field of employment?
- Do you have the above-indicated required certifications?
We thank all the applicants for showing their interest and trust in us, however, only the most eligible candidates will be selected and conducted for further procedure directly from employers, in between no charges/fees or original documents will be asked from any applicant. All the best!