School DistrictNo. 22 (Vernon) is currentlyaccepting applications for Casual on CallPreschoolEarly Childhood Educator (ECE) to support our early learningcare facilities.

REQUIRED EDUCATION AND EXPERIENCE:

• Grade 12 plus successful completion of at least one course of a basic early childhood education training program through a recognized educational institution in child development, child guidance, or child health, safety, and nutrition.


• Current Early Childhood Educator License to Practice from the BC Government’s ECE Registry.


• A minimum of one (1) year of recent experience working with preschool and/or school-aged children.


• Valid Child Protected first aid certificate.


• Clear criminal record check and evidence of compliance with the province’s immunization and tuberculosis control programs as required by the Child Care Licensing Regulation.

REQUIRED KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS, AND ABILITIES:

• Proven ability to communicate effectively, both verbally and in writing.


• Proven organizational and planning skills.


• Proven understanding of, and commitment to quality early learning programming and a demonstrated knowledge of the BC Early Learning Framework.


• Proven ability to work effectively with children, ages birth to 5 years, as well as parents, caregivers. staff, volunteers, professionals,
  
  
  
  and community members using courtesy, tact and discretion to gain cooperation and coordinate activities or programs.


• Proven ability to use developmentally appropriate restorative practices to build relationships with children as strong, capable in their uniqueness and full of potential.


• Eligible for membership with the Early Childhood Educators of BC (ECEBC).


• Understanding of the ethics of Early Childhood Education as described in the ECEBC Code of Ethics.


• Strong problem-solving and organizational skills and the ability to work with minimal supervision.


• Possess the personality, ability and temperament to provide care and mature guidance to children.


• Understands and acts in accordance with relevant policies and procedures from the school, district. Ministry of Education and Child Care, Child Care Licensing Regulation and WorkSafeBC.


• Knowledge of Truth and Reconciliation and its application in Early Years settings and a commitment to the Truth and Reconciliation Calls to Action.
  

WAGE: $31.51

This position is unionized, CUPE local 5523.

While we thank all thosewho apply, only shortlistedcandidateswith will be contactedand preference will be given to qualified applicants who self-declare Indigenous ancestry.