Temporary, Part Time - 3-Month Term Early Childhood Educator Assistant (ECE I) Work Site: Child Development Resource Centre Start Rate $25.70 per hour Reports to: Manager of Early Childhood Education The successful applicant will be required to work in accordance with the BCGEU Collective Agreement as well as the applicable policies and procedures of Tla’amin Health and Tla’amin Nation. Under the direction of the Manager of Early Childhood Education and in collaboration with the Early Childhood Educators (ECE) and other staff members, the ECE Assistant (ECE1) works to be an effective and positive part of the team within the Nation’s early childhood education programs. Priorities include the organization, cleanliness, and safety of the childcare environment, as well as the direct provision of care to children in the programs.

Performs all duties and responsibilities in accordance with Tla’amin laws, regulations, policies, practices, and procedures as directed by the Position. Maintains confidentiality as required pertaining to citizens, clients, employees, and general matters of the Nation. Assist in preparing and carrying out developmentally appropriate programs and activities for children on an individual and group basis Supervise activities to always ensure the health and safety of children Participate in the preparation of daily nutritious snacks for the children Apply good hygiene practices and instruct children in practices of personal cleanliness and self-care washroom, napping,



snack/lunch, curriculum planning and delivery) Support traditional cultural teachings and practice for children to promote healthy physical, emotional, spiritual, and intellectual development Assist ECEs in monitoring the children Report problems or concerns to the Early Childhood Education Manager Participate actively in provided career development training Support new Nation early childhood initiatives and programs Comply with Tla’amin Nation policies and procedures Completion of Early Childhood Education Assistant certification Minimum 2 years of experience working with children Working knowledge of children’s developmental stages 0- 6 years old Knowledge of ʔayʔaǰuθəm would be an asset Experience working in a provincial licensed setting would be an asset Current successful Criminal Record Check, including Vulnerable Sector Screening Valid Food Safe Certificate – or willingness to obtain Driver’s License would be an asset Recent TB Test Working knowledge of children’s developmental stages from 0 to 6 years of age Ability to work independently as well as a positive, flexible, and supportive team member Work will take place primarily in the Nation’s Child Development Resource Centre (CDRC).

Physical fitness levels necessary for working with young children (lifting, stooping, crouching, standing, reaching and ability to move quickly to respond to children’s needs) is required. #

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