Infant Toddler Educator (IT) (Malahat)

Malahat Nation 110 Thunder Road | Mill Bay, BC| V8H 1B8 Tel: (250) 743-3231 | Fax (250) 743-3251 | Infant Toddler Educator (IT) REPORTS TO Director of Early Learning Child & Family Supports START JAs soon as possible COMPENSATION ECE/IT: $36.28 - $37.37 per hour (NEE: H – 18) - the above rates are subject to education, experience, and/or a combination of both. STATUS 1-Fulltime Permanent 35-hours per week - $1,500.00 Signing Bonus** upon successful completion of a 3-month probationary period - $1,000 1-Year Service Bonus** upon successful completion of 1-consecutive year of service Are you an Early Childhood Educator looking for a fun environment to work with children? Do you want to be part of a great team with perks such as a Malahat Nation BONUS? Malahat Nation represents approximately 350+ members with two reserve lands located on the western shore of Saanich Inlet, south of the village of Mill Bay, about 40-kilometres north of Victoria, British Columbia. We are looking for fun, energetic, dependable and organized staff to join our dedicated child care team! Come work in our lively, well-established and respected community childcare centre. We serve children 6-months to 5-years in two programs. Caterpillar Child Care is committed to providing exceptional childcare that incorporates Malahat Nation traditional and cultural teachings. Our daycare staff are offered a pension and advantages plan, amazing staffing ratios and opportunities for professional growth and development. PURPOSE: Reporting to the Director of Early Learning Child & Family Supports, the ECE-IT will work collaboratively in a team environment while caring for and educating children between the ages of 6 months - 5 years of age. Regular hours of operation are Monday to Friday, 8:00 a.m. – 5:00 p.m. This is a fulltime permanent position, working 35-hours per week. RESPONSIBILITIES: - Plan, prepare and carry out developmentally and culturally appropriate activities - Ensure positive communication and proactive relationships with team members, children and families - Adhere to licensing standards of practice - Deliver services for children and parents in the capacity as a certified ECEIT in the full scope of your license to practice - Plan and implement appropriate age-based activities according to skills and learning levels that promote social interactions and personal development - Ensure that all information about children, staff, visitors and volunteers is strictly confidential - Help create a nurturing learning environment to foster the development of the children’s needs - Incorporate culturally appropriate activities as advised by Elders and Manager of Early Learning - Post weekly/daily activity plans for programs - Model positive behaviors and attitudes for children and families - Participate in training and staff meetings as required - Other duties as required. REQUIRED EDUCATION AND EXPERIENCE: - Early Childhood Education Degree and / or Diploma required - Early Childhood Education ‘Infant Toddler’ designation is required - Current copy of ECEBC license to practice required - Minimum 1-year experience is required - CPR and standard First Aid training required - Current Criminal Record Check (CRC) including vulnerable sector search prior to employment - Provision of accurate and up-to-date immunization records OTHER EDUCATION AND EXPERIENCE: - Experience working in Indigenous communities in early-year programs is an asset - Special Needs certifications and / or experience is an considered an asset - Willingness to learn about culture and traditions of Malahat Nation community - Additional professional competencies related to life-long learning, human services and health and education environment awareness an asset ** Malahat Nation Bonus are provided on a one-time only basis and subject to meeting specific departmental requirements and eligibility criteria; terms and conditions do apply (details can be provided upon request) KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS, AND ABILITIES: - Knowledge of ECE theory, research and practice - Experience working independently and, in a team, to create a positive, supportive and flexible work culture - Strong knowledge of child development - Strong communication skills, verbally and in writing, ability to work well and communicate appropriately with children and families - Ability to maintain strict confidentiality and sensitive information - Confidence in working with young children - Well-developed time management with the ability to multitask different task simultaneously Interested applicants are invited to submit a detailed cover letter, current resume, and three references. Please clearly indicate the ‘Job Title’ in the ‘Subject Line’ upon submitting. Human Resources Department, Malahat Nation In person, fax 250-743-3251 or via email Email: Website: Deadline: Recruitment Open Until Position Filled. Education : College, CEGEP or other non-university certificate or diploma from a program of 1 year to 2 years Experience : Experience an asset Apply on Kit Job: kitjob.ca/job/2pt8ht