Company Name: Beacon Education Inc. dba Willowbrae Childcare Academy South Richmond
Position Title: Early Childhood Educator
Salary: Guaranteed $28.50 ~ $37.00 CAD per hour (inclusive of $6 CAD government W.E)
Location: 101-12033 Riverside Way, Richmond, BC V6W 1K6
Start Date: As soon as possible
Job Type: Permanent, Full-Time
Schedule: Monday to Friday, 30-40 hours/week (7:00 AM – 6:00PM), 6-8-hour shifts with a 1-hour unpaid lunch break
Positions Available: 1
Language: English
NOC Title and Code: Early Childhood Educator (NOC 42202)
About the Company
Willowbrae Childcare Academy South Richmond is a fully licensed childcare center providing full-day early childhood education and care for children aged 6 months to 5 years.
Job Description
Assess children's development and support individualized learning plans
Plan and implement programs that foster physical, emotional, cognitive, and social growth
Lead activities including storytelling, crafts, music, and outings
Support daily routines such as meals, rest, hygiene, and diapering
Observe and report on children’s behavior and development
Maintain a safe, clean, and engaging learning environment
Communicate with parents regarding progress and concerns
Supervise and mentor assistants, trainees, and volunteers
Assist with housekeeping, snack preparation, and record-keeping
Ensure compliance with childcare regulations and health standards
Collaborate with staff and community partners to support children
Participate in staff meetings and contribute to program planning
Supervise and co-ordinate activities of other early childhood educators and early childhood educator assistants
Requirements
A bachelor’s degree or college diploma
At least 2-3 years of Experience is required
Valid Early Childhood Educator (ECE) License
Valid First Aid & CPR certification
Criminal record check is required
Ability to work independently and as part of a team
Ability to multitask
Strong communication and interpersonal skills
Early Childhood Educator Skills
Assess the children’s development in order to prepare a learning plan tailored to his needs; Assist co-workers in housekeeping and cooking duties; Bathe, diaper and feed infants and toddlers; Develop and implement child-care programs that support and promote the physical, cognitive, emotional and social development of children; Maintain daycare equipment; Storytelling; Supervise staff, trainees or volunteers; Synthesize the overall situation of the children and communicate the information to the parents; Assist early childhood educators in carrying out programs that promote the physical, cognitive, emotional and social development of children; Lead activities by telling or reading stories, teaching songs and taking children to local points of interest; Order supplies and equipment; Assist early childhood educators or supervisors in keeping records; Encourage children to express creativity through the media of art, dramatic play, music and physical activity
Additional Skills
Engage children in activities by telling stories, teaching songs and preparing crafts; Guide and assist children in the development of proper eating, dressing and toilet habits; Prepare snacks and arrange rooms or furniture for lunch and rest periods; Observe children for signs of potential learning or behavioural problems and prepare reports for parents, guardians or supervisor; Submit written observations on children to early childhood educators or supervisors; Discuss progress and problems of children at staff meetings; Knowledge of licensing regulations; Establish guidelines for behaviour; Attend staff meetings to discuss progress and problems of children; Establish and maintain collaborative relationships with co-workers and community service providers working with children; Plan and maintain an environment that protects the health, security and well-being of children; Supervise and co-ordinate activities of other early childhood educators and early childhood educator assistants
Benefits
Group medical benefits after 3 months
10 paid vacation days annually
How to Apply
Mail: 101-12033 Riverside Way, Richmond, BC V6W 1K6
Email: willowbraechildcarerichmond@gmail.com
Website: willowbraechildcare.com/childcare-southrichmond-bc