Overview
Role:
The Early Childhood Educator provides education and development services to children aged 0-5. The Early Childhood Educator works specifically in the UNB Daycare/Headstart.
Key Responsibilities:
- Develops and provides excellent curriculum-based programming for the children that promotes Syilx Okanagan culture and language, school readiness, health & nutrition, and social support.
- Keeps records as pertinent to the program i.e., Attendance, Incidence, Fire Drill, etc.
- Follows policies and procedures as outlined by the Ministry in accordance with licensing policies and UNB policies.
- Prepares and provides nutritious snacks for the children.
- Promotes health and hygiene, to prevent the spread of illness, by following best practices for hand washing,
- diapering, food preparation and by implementing regular cleaning routines (sanitization of toys, kitchen, and other surfaces).
- Keeps a neat and organized work environment.
- Meets and greets parents and guests in a professional manner.
- Communicates with the parent and provides written and oral communication regarding all incidents both positive and negative. Updates professional qualifications in a timely manner.
- Enhances personal skills as part of professional development. Administers assessments (ex. Ages and stages).
- Performs all duties and responsibilities in accordance with the UNB policies, standards, and procedures, and as directed by the UNB Headstart Manager. BC Early Childhood Educator License or pursuing
- Valid First Aid with CPR Level B
- Valid Driver’s License and acceptable driving record
- Valid Food Safe Certificate (preferred)
- Acceptable Criminal Record Check (with Vulnerable Sector Search)
- Minimum 2 years Early Childhood Educator experience (preferred)
- TB Screen is required annually
Qualifications/Experience:
Send cover letter and resume via hand delivery, mail, e-mail, to:
Human Resources
Upper Nicola Band – General Delivery, Douglas Lake, BC, V0E 1S0
Tel: 250 350-3342
Upper Nicola Band thanks all applicants. Only those short-listed will be contacted.
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