110 Thunder Road | Mill Bay, BC| V8H 1B8
Tel: (250) 743-3231 | Fax (250) 743-3251
[email protected] |
www.malahatnation.com
REPORTS TO Director of Early Learning Child & Family Supports
START As soon as possible
COMPENSATION ECE: $32.42 - $33.39 per hour (NEE: H - 15)
ECE/IT: $35.22 - $36.28 per hour (NEE: H – 18) - the above rates are subject to education, experience, and/or a combination of both.
STATUS 2-Permanent Positions | 24 – 35 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 child care team! Come work in our lively, well-established and respected community childcare centre. We serve children 6-months to 5-years in two programs. Caterpillar Child Care is committed to providing exceptional childcare that incorporates Malahat Nation traditional and cultural teachings. 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 will work collaboratively in a team environment while caring for and educating children between the ages of 6 months - 5 years old.
Regular hours of operation are 8:00 a.m. – 5:00 p.m. This is a permanent position, work-hours range between 24-35 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 ECE 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;
- Adhere by COVID-19 policies while they apply;
- Participate in training and staff meetings as required;
- Other duties as required.
EDUCATION, EXPERIENCE AND OTHER REQUIREMENTS:
- Diploma or Bachelor’s Degree in Early Childhood Education required; Infant Toddler designation is not required but considered an asset
- Current copy of ECEBC license to practice required
- CPR and standard First Aid training required
- 1-year minimum experience is required
- Current Criminal Record Check (CRC) including vulnerable sector search prior to employment
- Provision of accurate and up-to-date immunization records
- Effective, December 3, 2021: Malahat Nation has implemented a vaccine mandate requiring all employees to be fully vaccinated against Covid19 to be eligible for employment. All individuals must show Proof of Vaccination as a mandatory condition of their employment.
** Malahat Nation Bonus are provided on a one-time only basis and subject to meeting specific departmental requirements and eligibility criteria; terms and conditions do apply (details can be provided upon request)
KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS, AND ABILITIES:
- Knowledge of Coast Salish culture and strong interest in continued learning about culture, tradition, and ways of life
- Knowledge of ECE theory, research and practice
- Experience working in Indigenous Communities in early-year programs is an asset but not required
- Experience working independently and, in a team, to create a positive, supportive and flexible work culture
- Strong knowledge of child development
- Strong communication skills, verbally and in writing, ability to work well and communicate appropriately with children and families
- Ability to maintain strict confidentiality and sensitive information
- Confidence in working with young children
- Well-developed time management with the ability to multitask different task simultaneously
Interested applicants are invited to submit a detailed cover letter, current resume, and three references.
Please clearly indicate the ‘Job Title’ in the ‘Subject Line’ upon submitting.
Human Resources Department, Malahat Nation
In person, fax 250-743-3251 or via email
Email: [email protected]
Website: https://malahatnation.com/jobs/
Deadline: Recruitment Open Until Position Filled.
Pursuant to section 41 of the BC Human Rights Code, preference may be given to applicants of Aboriginal ancestry.
We thank all applicants in advance but only those selected will be contacted.
Education : College, CEGEP or other non-university certificate or diploma from a program of 1 year to 2 years
