Early childhood educator (ECE)
Boys and Girls Club of Yukon based in Whitehorse, YT is inviting applications from suitable candidates for the position of Early childhood educator (ECE). Boys and Girls Club of Yukon is a dynamic youth-focused organization dedicated to fostering growth and development. Specializing in after-school programs, recreational activities, and mentorship initiatives, the club provides a safe and supportive environment for children and teenagers. With a mission to empower young minds, the Boys and Girls Club of Yukon offers a diverse range of educational and recreational opportunities. The candidates selected for the vacancy will be required to start the work as soon as possible.
Job Description:
Employer Name: Boys and Girls Club of Yukon
Position: Early childhood educator (ECE)
No of Vacancies: 1
Salary: $32.08 hourly for 37.5 hours per week
Employment Type: Permanent employment Full time
Location: Whitehorse, YT
Shifts: Day, Early Morning, Morning
Transportation information: Public transportation is available and Own transportation
Work setting: Child care centre and Urban area
Requirements:
Languages: Candidates must have knowledge of the English Language
Education: Candidates need standard educational qualifications such as College, CEGEP or other non-university certificate or diploma from a program of 1 year to 2 years
Experience: Candidates should have experience of 1 to less than 2 years
Credentials: Child development supervisor (ECE level 3), First Aid Certificate, and CPR Certificate
Security and safety: Criminal record check, Medical exam, Immunization records, Tuberculosis test, and Vulnerable sector check
Physical Requirements:
- The candidates should be comfortable working outdoors in noisy environments
- The candidates should be non-smoking
- The candidates should have a strong attention to detail
- The candidates should be comfortable with a combination of sitting, standing, and walking
- The candidates should be capable of performing tasks involving bending, crouching, and kneeling
- The candidates should possess manual dexterity
Other Requirements:
- The candidates should be punctuality, dependability, flexibility, judgement, and reliability
- The candidates should have excellent oral communication skills, efficient interpersonal skills, interpersonal awareness, and excellent written communication skills
- The candidates should be effective team players
- The candidates should uphold strong values and ethics
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, engage in storytelling activities, and assist early childhood educators or supervisors in keeping records
- The candidates should be able to 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 lead activities by telling or reading stories, teaching songs, and taking children to local points of interest
- The candidates should be able to 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 engage children in activities by telling stories, teaching songs, and preparing crafts
- The candidates should be able to provide opportunities for children to express creativity through the media of art, dramatic play, music, and physical activity
- The candidates should be able to 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
- The candidates should be able to prepare snacks and arrange rooms or furniture for lunch and rest periods
- The candidates should be able to 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
- The candidates should be able to discuss progress and problems of children at staff meetings
- The candidates should be knowledgeable about the Day Nurseries Act, knowledgeable about 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
- The candidates should be able to 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
- The candidates should be able to plan and maintain an environment that protects the health, security, and well-being of children
Benefits:
- The candidates will get dental plan, disability benefits, health care plan, paramedical services coverage, vision care benefits, group insurance benefits, life insurance, free parking available, learning/training paid by employer, team building opportunities, parking available
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 cover letter) through the below-mentioned details
By email
od@bgcyukon.com
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!