JOB SUMMARY:
The successful incumbent will work under the direction of the Manager, Tsleil-Waututh Nation Child and Family Development Centre and in cooperation with staff to provide quality, inclusive child care and family support services.
DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES:
• Ensure the Early Childhood Education program meets all requirements of the Child Care Licensing Regulations on a daily basis.
• Adhere to the Child and Family Development Centre’s philosophy and Schedule D(&G) of the Child Care Licensing Regulation
• Building a curriculum that is developmentally appropriate for children under 3 and/or children 3-5.
• Prepare activity documentation to support childcare learning
• Cooperate with management and staff to individualize the curriculum and family services.
• Ensure guidance of children that encourages positive self-esteem.
• Ensure positive communications with parents/guardians.
• Contribute to the on-going operation of the Centre.
• Facilitate a respectful conflict resolution process when dealing with difficult staff and parent/guardian issues.
• Implement a problem-solving approach with practical solutions when faced with difficult situations.
• Maintain a neat, orderly and clean environment in all activity and program areas.
• Maintain confidentiality of all information related to the Centre, staff, children and their families.
• Encourage potty training and/or change diapers when needed.
• Supervising while children are eating and bottle feeding
• Ensure that children are safe at all times and recognize children who are potentially at risk and take appropriate action.
• Perform other related duties as required.
QUALIFICATIONS:
• Certification for Early Childhood Educator Assistant, ECE and/or Infant Toddler License to Practice.
• Bachelors’ degree in related field is an asset.
• Previous experience of 1 year working with children in a child care/recreation setting.
• Valid First Aid/CPR Certificate.
• Up-to-date record of immunizations and tuberculosis test.
• Statement from a medical practitioner indicating adequate physical and psychological capability to work with children and carry out assigned duties.
• Willingness to participate in work-related courses, seminars and training as required.
• Must maintain regular attendance and be flexible to accommodate changing schedules as needed
• Previous experience working in a First Nations community and/or organization is an asset.
• Must successfully pass a Criminal Records Check.
SKILLS, ABILITIES & KNOWLEDGE:
• Strong work ethic and positive team attitude.
• Self-motivated and proactive when dealing with conflicts.
• Above average ability to work independently, multi-task, time management, organizational skills
• Strong interpersonal and communication skills.
• Anticipates and is consistently responsive and responsible to address issues and concerns at work.
• Ability to mentor and coach peers.
• Ability to be adaptable to change in varied situations.
• Maintain knowledge and understanding of the Tsleil-Waututh Child & Family Development Centre Family Handbook.
• Knowledge of early childhood development, observation and assessment.
• Understanding of early childhood curriculum, assessment, evaluation and reporting.
• Knowledge of First Nations cultures and backgrounds is an asset.
WORKING CONDITIONS:
Physical demands
• While performing the duties of this job, the employee is regularly required to stand; walk; sit; reach and lift. Must be able to lift up to 15 kgs and move/react quickly to ensure the safety of children.
• Must be able to get down to the child’s level and be on the floor.
Mental Demands
• This role requires the ability to manage a number of requests and situations at one time.
Environmental Conditions
• The work environment is active and noise levels vary from quiet to loud.
• Indoor and outdoor activities.
• Risk of illness or infection from changing diapers, cleaning body fluids and performing first aid etc.