Internal/External Job Posting
POSITION: 10 Month Preschool Early Childhood Educator
SALARY: $29.11 per hour + 14% in lieu of benefits (July 2024 rate)
In addition to the above wage, WSPRS participates in the Early Childhood Educator Wage Enhancement (ECE-WE) and all staff who hold a valid ECE working in licensed childcare receive the additional $6.00 per hour paid on hours worked.
CLASSIFICATION: JB08, Instructional Team Leader I
HOURS OF WORK: Monday to Friday between 8:30AM and 12:15PM. All hours are dependent on registration. Subbing opportunities in other program areas may be available.
STATUS: Temporary, maternity leave, September 2024 – June 2025
CLOSING DATE: September 18th, 2024, at 12:00PM
COMPETITION #: 24-85
SUMMARY: West Shore Parks & Recreation (WSPR) is seeking an exceptional Early Childhood Educator (ECE) [to help cover a maternity leave] for the children in the Westshore. The ideal candidate must have the ability to multi-task, communicate with parents, staff and children in a friendly and effective manner, and should possess independent judgment and demonstrate initiative in resolving problems.
JOB DUTIES & ACCOUNTABILITIES
•Collaborates with other members of the childcare team to plan, organize and deliver the licensed preschool program that promotes safe, healthy, positive interactions, and communications with diversity and learning opportunities.
•Create opportunities and engage in all program areas such as arts & crafts, dramatic play, music appreciation, science and nature, and sports.
•Provide a balance of active and passive activities in a safe indoor and outdoor environment.
•Incorporate physical literacy and basic fundamental movement skills into daily activities.
•Establish and maintain effective and positive working relationships with parents, children, and staff at all times.
•Problem-solving minor issues, independently conferring with supervisor regarding progress concerns and recommendations.
•Ensure toys/equipment are maintained with respect to safety standards and sanitary standards.
•Set up, organize, and maintain appropriate equipment, materials, and supplies.
•Set up and clean up activity area and always ensure the safety and general well-being of the children.
•Follow all policies, procedures, and standards of Island Health and WSPR.
•Performs other related duties as required.
QUALIFICATIONS
•Must have a valid Early Childhood Educator (ECE) certificate.
•As a licensed care program, candidates must be 19 years of age.
•Minimum of 180 hours of direct experience planning and implementing programs for preschool children in a licensed childcare or recreation setting.
•Ability to problem-solve, seek solutions, work independently, and as part of a team.
•Outgoing and energetic personality.
•Ability to provide a safe and healthy environment.
•Excellent customer service, interpersonal and public relations skills required.
•Skills, knowledge and experience with specific areas such as physical literacy, arts & crafts, and drama are required.
•Current first aid and CPR C certificate required.
A clear and current criminal record check is a condition of employment and is the financial responsibility of the successful candidate.
APPLICATIONS
Resumes and cover letters quoting competition 24-85 to be received prior to September 4th, 2024, at 12:00PM, Attention: Human Resources, West Shore Parks & Recreation Society, 1767 Island Highway, Victoria BC V9B 1J1, email: jobs@wspr.ca
This is a union position. Only those candidates under consideration will be contacted.
Posted: August 28th, 2024
