Job Id: 10776

Playtime Childcare Society

info@playtimechildcare.org

Parksville

British Columbia

Full Time

Playtime Childcare Society located at 1223 Smithers Road, Parksville, British Columbia, V9P 2C1 is seeking a qualified Early Childhood Educator for infancy to 5 years.  We’re seeking full-time and permanent qualified individuals who has a passion for the early year’s education and development of young children. A successful Early Childhood Educator candidate will have a background in the early childhood field and be able to incorporate fun and engaging activities for the children in our programs. We are a growing organization with opportunities for growth and advancement into management roles.

Responsibilities:

Create, develop and implement a variety of activities using games, storytelling, songs, free play, art, drama to stimulate physical, emotional, cognitive, social and language development of the children of all ages.

Build relationships with children, families and team members and community service organizations or service providers working with children.

Maintain and promote the physical, social and emotional health of children.

Develop and implement activities such as arts and crafts and field trips for children.

Developing and assisting self-help skills for eating, dressing and toilet habits.

Discuss progress or concerns with the family and team members regarding the children’s needs and capabilities observed and provide reports.

May supervise or plan activities of other ECE and ECEA’s.

Create an environment that is safe and ensures the health and well-being of the children.

Maintain accurate records and documentation for the program.

Wage

$ 21.25 to $21.50 per hour

8 hours a day / 40 per week

Monday to Friday

Accommodation assistance that is not more 30% of the gross wages

Relocation assistance will be provided

Assist with medical coverage, until provincial coverage is approved

Benefits:

• Casual dress
• Company events
• Dental care
• Extended health care
• Life insurance
• On-site childcare at discounted rate
• On-site parking
• Paid time off
• RRSP match

Education & Skills:

• BC ECE Certificate (required)
• Child Safe First Aid (required)
• Driver’s Licence
• BC Infant/Toddler Educator Certificate

How to apply:

Applicants should include the following in their application and send the complete application to info@playtimechildcare.org

Cover Letter

Resume with three professional references

Copies of required educational documents

Answers to the following 3 questions:

1.     Are you available Monday in person – Friday 800am-500pm?

2.    Do you have a Driver’s License and reliable transportation to work?

3.    Are you able to commute to Parksville BC or Do you live in the Parksville BC area?

Only applicants who follow the application instructions on how to apply will be considered.