Early Childhood Educator (Ece)

Malahat Nation110 Thunder Road | Mill Bay, BC| V8H 1B8Tel: (250) 743-3231 | Fax (250) [email protected] | www.malahatnation.com

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Educator: Infant Toddler Educator (ECE: IT)REPORTS TODirector of Early Learning Child & Family SupportsSTART As Soon As PossibleCOMPENSATION $37.37 - $38.49 per hour (NEE: 18H)- the above

ECE: IT rates are subject to education, experience, and/or a combination of both.STATUS 1-Fulltime Permanent35-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 childcare team. This position is ideal for you if you are an innovator able to engage in the community, you have a strong desire to make a difference in our community and a commitment to cultural safety that reflects Malahat values and Coast Salish teachings. We serve children 6 months to 5 years of age in two programs. Our daycare staff are offered a pension and benefits 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 to 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.FOUNDATIONAL KNOWLEDGE REQUIRED:Indigenous

Perspective: Recognizes and respects all cultural diversity and has an understanding and respect for Malahat Nation culture.Western

Ways: 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 Provision of accurate and up-to-date immunization records Current Criminal Record Check (CRC) including vulnerable sector search prior to employmentOTHER

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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