Seabird Island Band Looking for Early Childhood Educator at Agassiz, BC Full Time

Position Summary:
Under the direction of the Daycare Supervisor, the Educator will provide hands-on childcare to children in Seabird Island Band’s early childhood education programs, in accordance with all childcare licensing requirements and the philosophies, policies, and objectives established by Seabird Island Band Management.

Qualifications/Requirements:

• Full Vaccination against COVID-19 is a precondition of new employment. A successful candidate offered employment at Seabird Island Band will need to provide proof of full vaccination prior to commencing employment. Exemptions are permitted under applicable SIB covid vaccine policy.
• Early Childhood Education Certificate and current license to practice.
• Experience working with children in an Early Childhood Education environment.
• Valid Standard First Aid and CPR certification.
• Basic skills including Microsoft Office Applications (Word, Excel, Internet, and Email).
• Excellent active listening, verbal and written communication skills.
• Ability to build strong positive relationships with children, parents, and co-workers.
• Ability to adhere to Oath of Confidentiality and Seabird Island Band Policies and Procedures.
• Knowledge, respect, understanding of Stó:lō culture, traditions, and language is considered an asset.
• Experience working with First Nations community and children is considered an asset.
• Satisfactory Criminal Record Check and Child Intervention Check.

Primary Responsibilities:
Child Care:

• Assist in providing developmentally and culturally appropriate activities and experiences for the children.
• Assist with meals and snacks, ensuring dietary needs are met.
• Provide a safe (emotionally and physically) and healthy environment with flexible routines. Provide direct supervision of children, ensuring developmentally appropriate experiences.
• Encourage parental involvement in children’s learning.
• Ability to honour individuality, diversity, and children’s emerging interests within community and family contexts.
• Aid in the development of peer relationships, social behavior, and supporting a child’s resilience.
• Follow the procedures for maintaining health records and for administrating medication.
• Immediately report all accidents, injuries, and illnesses to the Daycare Supervisor, and record such incidents in the communications book.
• Immediately report all cases of (suspected) child abuse and or neglect to the Daycare Supervisor and /or follow the policy for reporting.
• Assist in and participate in field trips.
• Contribute to the ongoing operation of the center.
• Attend and participate in regular staff meetings.
• Follow licensing regulations.

Other:

• Participate in community activities and functions as required by SIB and Chief and Council, including but not limited to Seabird Island Festival, and the Seabird Island Open House.
• Other duties as assigned by the Supervisor, Manager, Director or CAO.

Core Competencies:

• Client Focus
• Initiative
• Team Work
• Valuing Cultural Diversity
• Work Ethic and Values