Early Childhood Educator, Safe Haven (Pending Funding and Union Approval)
Early Childhood Educator, Safe Haven (Pending Funding and Union Approval)
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Job Title:Early Childhood Educator Safe Haven (Pending Funding and Union Approval)
Status: Temporary parttime (Union position)
Number of Vacancies:1
Wage:$25.95 $29.76/hour (starting$25.95/hour)
Grid:10
Hours: 14 Hours/Week
Schedule:Monday Thursday 9:15 AM 12:45 PM
Start Date: ASAP
End Date:March 31 2026
Date Posted:May 12 2025
Closing Date: Open Until Filled
Please note that internal applicants must apply byMay 19 2025internal applications received after this date will not beconsidered as internal and seniority will not apply. Position will remain openuntil filled.
The Opportunity:
As part of the Safe Haven Program team the Early ChildhoodEducator provides a caring and positive learning environment for children forour Safe Haven English Counselling Settlement and Employment programs. Theprimary responsibilities for this position are planning preparing anddelivering daily early childhood educational activities.
Key Responsibilities:
- Plans carries out and evaluates developmentally appropriate activities and experiences for children using modelling observing questioning demonstrating and reinforcing techniques.
- Develops daily program schedules that include indoor/outdoor active/quiet and individual and group activities.
- Identifies childrens abilities interests and needs and develops individualized and group curricula based on these. Recommends referrals or additional services or works in consultation with professionals such as behavioural therapists occupational therapists and speechlanguage pathologists.
- Reports on progress behaviours and other issues related to children. Contributes to reports for children moving on to elementary school. Maintains required records and statistics.
- Participates in preschool planning and evaluation of the organizations programs. Provides recommendations for changes to the supervisor and Safe Haven Program Management.
- Provides work direction to early childhood educator assistants as required.
- Attends to the childrens physical needs which may include diapering toileting eating and sleeping.
- Administers first aid in accordance with established policy.
- Ensures a healthy and safe environment in which the children can interact. Identifies and removes potential hazards.
- Communicates with families about childrens growth and development. Requests input from and participation of parents in the development of programs. Confers with parents about unusual or problematic issues.
- Works with the Safe Haven Management team to establish working hours and children attendance for reporting and budgeting purposes.
- Displays alertness and is responsive to childrens needs at all times fostering a caring and positive learning environment;
- Leads children in activities telling stories teaching songs and leading discussions;
- Guides and assists children in the development of appropriate life skills and interactive behaviour;
- Ensures the safety and hygiene of all children;
- Reports instances of suspected child abuse to the daycare coordinator;
- Adheres to the Centres guidelines for discipline and managing behaviours appropriately;
- Maintains the cleanliness of equipment and supplies;
- Adheres to DIVERSEcity and personnel policies procedures and practices.
Qualified Candidates will possess:
- Certificate in Early Childhood Education;
- Two years experience working in a day care environment or similar;
- Early Childhood Educators license to practice;
- Understanding and sensitivity to the needs of young children;
- Multicultural or crosscultural experience;
- Ability to work cooperatively in a team environment;
- Standard First Aid training;
- TB test clearance;
A criminal record check is a condition of employment.
Please note that we currently have staff on the recall an applicant on the recall list applies to this vacancy the provisionsunder Article 13.5 Recall of the Collective Agreement will applyand we will not consider internal applications from those with less seniority.
APPLICATION REQUIREMENTS:
To apply please upload your resume and cover letter asseparate attachments. Please note that only Word or PDF formats can beaccepted. As part of the application process you will be promptedto complete a short questionnaire. Please ensure all questions areanswered.
To view all opportunities at DIVERSEcity visit INFORMATION:
This position is based in our Surrey office and is inpersonservices. DIVERSEcity has implemented new safety procedures for inofficeand inperson work to view our safety plan please visit will be provided with the training and equipment to safely carry outtheir duties ensuring the best protection for our staff and clients.
A comprehensive job description will be provided to allcandidates shortlisted for interviews.
DIVERSEcity is committed to employment equity and encouragesapplications from people of all gender identities and expressions persons withdisabilities Indigenous peoples and visible minorities. Persons withdisabilities who anticipate needing accommodations for any part of theapplication and hiring process may contact our HR department at(). Any personal information provided will be maintained inconfidence.
About DIVERSEcity
DIVERSEcity Community Resources Society is a registeredcharity devoted to helping newcomers. For 45 years we have focused on providingspecialized services newcomers to find employment learn English find housingdeal with family challenges work through mental health issues and accessmedical care. DIVERSEcity is a clientcentred organization committed to qualityand accountability. We value growth respect integrity and learn more about DIVERSEcity visit us at thank all applicants for their interest in thisopportunity; however only those selected for an interview will becontacted.
Employment Type
Hourly
