Early Childhood Educator (ECE) - Ages 3-5

We are looking for a full-time early Childhood Educator (ECE) to join our 3-5 Child Care Program at our Lynn Creek Community Centre location.

Our approach to child care is play-based and family-centered with a focus on each child's social-emotional learning and well-being. We aim to go beyond licensing requirements with a better than required child-to-staff ratio, and we stay current with the latest standards and best practices in early childhood development. Our centers are equipped with high-quality play equipment, including natural play and art materials.

-a permanent full-time position: 35 hours per week, Monday to Friday, with 7-hour shifts between 7:30 am to 5:45 pm

-$22.00 - 27.00 per hour, depending on experience; this does not include the $6.00 per hour BC Wage Enhancement, which is paid to staff who hold the eligible certificates;

-extended health & dental benefits

-professional development opportunities

-a warm, supportive Parkgate Society team

-close to public transit (Phibbs Exchange)

-a beautiful north Vancouver setting, close to parks, beaches, mountain trails, Bridgman Park and all kinds of amenities

-a shared space at Lynn Creek Community Centre, with excellent programs and fitness facilities offered by the North Vancouver Recreation & Culture Commission.

What You'll Do:
-keep children safe and well supervised at all times and in every space, including the playground and outdoors

-take an active part in all of the children's activities, including those that involve physical movement

-work with your team to plan and lead activities that speak children's creativity & learning and support each child's social, emotional, cognitive and physical development, in line with the BC Early Learning Framework and the Code of Ethics

-recognize & respond to each child's needs using developmentally appropriate, positive guidance

-check each child in and out daily using our app, keeping attendance and ratios accurate

-connect warmly and with empathy with families at drop-off and pick-up and note anything they share in the daily logbook

-review the daily logbook and confidential documentation book at the start and end of each shift; adding details of the day

-keep in regular touch with your team, other staff & families, in-person and through our communication apps

-be a full and consistent team member in caring for the children and in running the program and centre, using reflective, open communication

-lead monthly fire drills, which include exiting by the stairs from the third floor with all children and staff

-make sure the program always follows child care licensing regulations and centre policies

take on other duties as assigned by the Child Care Supervisor or Manager.

What You will bring:

-a valid Early Childhood Educator certificate

-a current child care first aid certificate

-a clear criminal records check for vulnerable persons

-at least two (2) years experience in a licensed group child care setting in BC

-eligibility to work in Canada

-it would be a bonus if you also have a Special Needs Certificate and FOODSAFE Certificate

How to Apply: Please email your resume and cover letter telling us why you'd be a great fit for this role to info@parkgatesociety.ca. This position will remain open until filled.

For more information, please check us out at parkgatesociety.ca.