Full-Time
Early Childhood Educator Kindergarten
Posted on May 27
Lions Gate Montessori
Vancouver, BC
Screening questions
Are you currently legally able to work in Canada?; Do you currently reside in proximity to the advertised location?; What is your current level of study?; What is your current field of study?; What is the highest level of study you have completed?; Do you have previous experience in this field of employment?; Do you have the above-indicated required certifications?; Are you available for the advertised start date?; Do you have education in this field of employment?
Other benefits
Free parking available; Team building opportunities; Travel insurance; Wellness program
Long term benefits
Group insurance benefits; Life insurance; Registered retirement savings plan (RRSP); Other benefits; Long-term care insurance
Financial benefits Bonus
Health benefits
Health care plan; Dental plan; Vision care benefits
Early Childhood Educators Specific Skills
Knowledge of Day Nurseries Act; Knowledge of licensing regulations; Establish guidelines for behaviour; Develop and implement child-care programs that support and promote the physical, cognitive, emotional and social development of children; Lead activities by telling or reading stories, teaching songs and taking children to local points of interest; provide opportunities to express creativity through the media of art, dramatic play, music and physical activity; Guide and assist children in the development of proper eating, dressing and toilet habits; Observe children for signs of potential learning or behavioural problems and prepare reports for parents, guardians or supervisor; Plan and maintain an environment that protects the health, security and well-being of children; Assess the abilities, interests and needs of children and discuss progress or problems with parents and other staff members; Establish and maintain collaborative relationships with co-workers and community service providers working with children
Personal Suitability
Initiative; Effective interpersonal skills; Flexibility; Accurate; Team player; Excellent oral communication; Excellent written communication; Client focus; Interpersonal awareness; Dependability; Judgement; Values and ethics; Reliability; Organized; Punctuality
Work Location Information Urban area; Willing to relocate
Ability to Supervise 3-4 people
Work Conditions and Physical Capabilities
Fast-paced environment; Work under pressure; Manual dexterity; Attention to detail; Combination of sitting, standing, walking; Standing for extended periods; Bending, crouching, kneeling
Transportation/Travel Information Public transportation is available
Work Site Environment Non-smoking
Security and Safety
Medical exam; Immunization records; Criminal record check
Work Setting
Private school; Nursery school; Kindergarten; Day care centre or nursery school; Child care centre; Before and after school programs; Alternative school; Agencies for exceptional children
Additional Skills
Supervise staff, trainees or volunteers; Order supplies and equipment; Monitor students during recess and lunch hour; Assist with classroom inventory; Supervise teaching assistants and train student teachers; Maintain daycare equipment and assist in housekeeping and cooking duties; Assist early childhood educators or supervisors in keeping records; Attend staff meetings to discuss progress and problems of children; Plan and organize activities for school-age children in child-care programs before and after regular school hours; Supervise and co-ordinate activities of other early childhood educators and early childhood educator assistants; Assist teacher in the operation of projectors, tape recorders and other audio-visual or electronic equipment; Assist in school library or office and perform other duties assigned by school principal; Storytelling
Children's Ages 5 years; 2 years; 3 years; 4 years
Early Childhood Educator Assistant Skills
Discuss progress and problems of children at staff meetings; Support early childhood educators in carrying out programs that promote the physical, cognitive, emotional and social development of children; Engage children in activities by telling stories, teaching songs and preparing crafts; Prepare snacks and arrange rooms or furniture for lunch and rest periods; Submit written observations on children to early childhood educators or supervisors
Experience with Special Needs Children
Children who are deaf or hard of hearing; Children with a physical disability; Children with an intellectual disability; Children with behavioural issues; Children with epilepsy; Children with diabetes; Children with a mental health disability; Children with allergies; Children with attention deficit hyperactivity disorder (ADHD) or attention deficit disorder (ADD); Children with asthma; Children with a genetic disorder
Specific Skills
Teach students using lessons, discussions, audio-visual presentations and field trips; Prepare subject material for presentation according to an approved curriculum; Prepare, administer and correct tests; Prepare and implement remedial programs for students requiring extra help; Participate in staff meetings, educational conferences and teacher training workshops; Lead students in activities to promote their physical, mental and social development and their school readiness; Identify childrens' individual learning needs; Evaluate the progress of students and discuss results with students, parents and school officials; Develop course content; Assist students with integration into the classroom and school setting; Help students individually or in small groups with assignments and reinforce learning and retention concepts under the supervision of classroom teacher; Assist students with special needs using techniques such as sign language, braille and remedial programs; Monitor and report student progress to classroom teacher; Accompany and supervise students during activities in school gymnasiums, laboratories, libraries, resource centres and on field trips
Financial benefits
Group insurance benefits, Life insurance, Registered retirement savings plan (RRSP), Other benefits, Long-term care insurance
Long term benefits
Free parking available, Team building opportunities, Travel insurance, Wellness program
Other benefits
Health care plan, Dental plan, Vision care benefits
Health benefits
This employer has selected to promote this job through "Jobs for Ukraine”. Canadian citizens and permanent residents can still apply.
Program description:
Program title Jobs for Ukraine
Experience Experience an asset
Credentials (certificates, licences, memberships, courses, etc.)
Membership in a provincial or territorial teachers' association or federation; First Aid Certificate; Early Childhood Education (ECE) Certificate; CPR Certificate; Montessori Early Childhood Teacher Certificate; Provincial or Territorial Teaching Certificate; Child development supervisor (ECE level 3); Child development worker (ECE level 2); Member of the College of Early Childhood Educators (CECE); Emergency child care first aid and CPR; Food allergy and anaphylaxis training; Plan to Protect training
Education Bachelor's degree
Languages English
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