8 HOURS PER MONTH, TWO DAYS Tuesday afternoons (12 4 PM)QUALIFICATIONS AS PER JOB DESCRIPTION.DUTIES TO COMMENCE AS SOON AS POSSIBLE.Diploma or Certificate in Early Childhood Education, including ECE BC Certificate to PracticeChild Safe First Aid CertificateCriminal Record Check, prior to hiringPreferred candidate will have:Knowledge and understanding of Indigenous cultureSensitivity to issues facing Indigenous communitiesSuccessful experience working with Indigenous familiesAbility to work effectively with a variety of parents/caregivers, children, volunteers, professionals and community membersExperience in a variety of Early Childhood Education settings, working with diverse populationsGood organization and planning skillsSKILLS AND ABILITIESStrives for Personal Excellence: is mindful, remains calm and responds thoughtfully; takes pride in work; possesses strong attention to detail; takes initiative and proactively plans, prioritizes and organizes work; follows the Districts Code of Conduct and values; follows through on commitments and takes responsibility for actions.Practices a Growth Mindset: demonstrates a positive outlook towards learning and is committed to ongoing development to expand skill set; stays current; reflects on self to continually learn and improve; remains positive; demonstrates adaptability and is willing and able to adjust to changes.Thinks Critically and Creatively: a sks questions for better understanding; uses a solution-based approach to analyze relevant facts, evidence and data to determine specific issues and inform ways forward; thinks outside of the box; looks for opportunitiesto continuously improve.Effectively Communicates and Collaborates: clearly articulates thoughts and ideas and shares timely and relevant information openly, honestly and respectfully using oral,
written and visual formats; a ctively listens and respond appropriately; seeks opportunities to gain input and is open minded to the ideas and point of views of others.Builds Relationships and Fosters Interconnectedness: actively shows courtesy and respect to all, proactively builds healthy and trusting relationships with all; contributes to a positive working workplace; supports a welcoming and safe environment that values and appreciates differences and is reflective of everyone.RESPONSIBILITIESDeliver a program that promotes the following areas of childrens development: physical health and well-being, social and emotional development, language and cognitive development and the communication skills of infant/toddler and preschool-aged children.Ensure the programs and activities are developed and maintained in response to the BC Early Learning Framework.Offer family-friendly environments for parents/caregivers and opportunities for parents/caregivers to make connections.Provide opportunities for parents/caregivers to observe and practice activities to support early learning.Collaborate with the remote community to develop a program that meets their unique needs.Attend meetings and professional learning that pertain to StrongStart, as required.Develop and maintain positive working relationships with community partners and service providers.Promote the StrongStart Program, as required.Take attendance in MyEd when the program is in session.Purchase supplies and food/snacks.Prepare food/snacks for program.Service DeliveryPlan and facilitate the delivery of the StrongStart ProgramSet up and take down, as necessary, program materials and equipmentProvide current early learning information to parents/caregiversRespond to parent/caregiver requests for information and resourcesMaintain confidentiality in all matters relating to children and parents/caregivers except where the law requires disclosureRespect parent/caregiver and cultural values, goals and expectationsPromote, support and facilitate parent/caregiver/child relationships