Early Childhood Educator-ECE

Purpose:

Reporting to the Education Manager, the Early Childhood Educator is responsible for participating as a member of the team that provides a nurturing and age-appropriate education program for children in the MMFN Early Learning Centre. 

Accountabilities:

▪ Foster social, emotional, physical, and cognitive growth in each child; helps the child develop a positive self-image.

▪ Teach each child to recognize and value his/her heritage.

▪ Teach the children within the parameters of the Mowachaht-Muchalaht First Nation culture.

▪ Recognize families as the first teachers and seek their assistance in managing developmental and learning behaviors of the children.

▪ Create a bridge from preschool to the provincial public school system to ease the child’s transition into the public school system.

▪ Operate the facility in compliance with the Community Care and Assisted Living Act of BC Ministry of Children and Families. 

▪ Report student progress and development to parents on a regular basis.

▪ Meet with parents as required for information and follow up.

▪ Develop monthly themes to incorporate with the curriculum considering each child’s individual needs when building the curriculum for the group. 

▪ Develop a quarterly newsletter to deliver to parents.

▪ Complete annual assessments for each child identifying areas of focus for continued learning.

▪ Oversee program materials and ensure there is appropriate supplies and equipment. 

Education:

▪ British Columbia ECE (Early Childhood Educator- 3 years certificate completed)

▪ Valid Standard First Aid or Child Safe Certificate.

Experience:

▪ A minimum of 5 years of teaching experience

▪ Experience working with children with special needs is a strong asset.

Skills and Abilities:

▪ Strong interpersonal skills

▪ Willingness to work in a team-oriented learning environment.

▪ Commitment to extracurricular activities 

▪ Ability to utilize varied instructional strategies to meet a wide range of individual needs.

▪ Commitment to on-going professional growth

▪ Ability to demonstrate kindness and compassion.

Mandatory requirements:

An RCMP clearance not older than one year, along with a Vulnerable Sector check.

A valid Driving license and access to a transportation vehicle.

What do we offer:

• Competitive wages and a professional work environment.

A Modern office setting with attractive benefits, including:

• A Pension Plan with 5.5% matching contributions.
• A complete Health Benefit plan provided by Manulife.
• A 63-hour biweekly work schedule, with every second Friday off, supporting a healthy work-life balance.

A comprehensive relocation package offered to qualified candidates living outside of Gold River, BC.

Note: Only Canadian candidates and those holding valid PR may apply. We do not provide work visas nor sponsorship. Please refrain from applying if you do match the above criteria.