Early Childhood Educator

Title of the Job: Early Childhood Educator

Location: Sedgewick, AB

Job Description: attacks. In order to do so, you must have JavaScript enabled in your web browser otherwise this site will fail to work correctly for you. See details of your web browser for how to enable JavaScript.Attention Safari users: This site requires cookies to function. Please click to accept the cookie. Cookies will be used strictly for the functioning of the site.Toggle navigationJob DetailsEarly Childhood Educator – (991892.4)Share this job as a link in your status update to LinkedIn.Organizational UnitUniversity of Victoria -> Student Affairs -> Campus ServicesLocationUniversity of Victoria – Victoria, BC V8W 2Y2 CA (Primary)Posting Close DateOngoing until filledPlease note that positions will close at 4 p.m. on the closing date.FTE1.0Salary Grade$4,414.00 – $4,539.00Additional Posting Information:N/ASalary posted will be pro-rated based on FTE and achieved as per the collective agreement, if applicable.ClassificationEarly Childhood EducatorHours of WorkVaried shifts Monday to Friday, between 7:45 am – 5:00 pmStart Date11/1/2024End Date10/30/2026Employee Group:CUPE 951 – Term# of Hires Needed2CategoryOtherAbout this OpportunityUniversity of Victoria Child Care is seeking two outstanding Early Childhood Educators to join our team in full-time ECE Float positions.UVic Child Care has nine child care programs for children ranging in age from infancy to pre-kindergarten. Our ECE Float educators are valued members of our team and work alongside our regular educators providing relief staffing. UVic Child Care pedagogy aligns with the BC Early Learning Framework (BC Government, 2019). We offer a professional, supportive and inspiring environment and excellent mentorship for educators who are new to the field, or experienced educators who are keen to learn alongside other educators and deepen their practice.Salary starts at $29.04 per hour plus the BC Government ECE Wage Enhancement, which pays an additional $4.00 per hour ($33.04 per hour total). Post probationary rate of pay is $29.86 per hour plus ECE Wage Enhancement ($33.86 per hour total).Benefits and Perks:

• Comprehensive medical benefits and Employee and Family Assistance Program
• Payment in lieu of Pension, Basic Life Insurance and Dental Care Benefits
• Access to health and wellness tools and resources to support you in finding work-life balance
• Generous paid leave for vacation, illness, as well as unavoidable appointments
• Diverse range of learning and development opportunities
• Sustainability initiatives including discounted transit passes and a pedestrian and bike friendly campus
• Balanced seven hour work day that includes both paid and unpaid breaks
• The positions are full-time with a two-year term, with a possibility of the term being extended.

*Please note that a current BC Early Childhood Educator Certificate issued through the BC ECE Registry is required for this position.For additional questions regarding this posting please contact: Kim Ainsworth, Director, Child Care at or (250) 721-6656.**To apply for this position you must submit a cover letter and resume through the online Careers system**Job SummaryUniversity of Victoria (UVic) Child Care Services provides innovative, creative and responsive child care programs for children from infancy to school age. Child Care Services’ mandate is twofold: 1) providing on campus child care to children of UVic families, and 2) providing support and networking to UVic student families living on and off campus through the UVic Family Centrethe on campus family resource program. All UVic child care programs are based upon the BC Early Learning Framework.The Early Childhood Educator (ECE) works as a member of the child care centre team providing nurturing care and education to children from infancy to pre-kindergarten age in one of the Child Care or Family Centres, working in ratio in the program under the general supervision of one of the child care centre ECE Supervisors or the Child Care and Family Centre Assistant Manager. The ECE embraces the department’s philosophy and policies, the BC Early Learning Framework, and all provincial regulations to maintain a standard of care that contributes to the Child Care Centre’s philosophy and and overarching ethos.All staff who work in UVic Child Care Services must be immunized in accordance with the childhood immunization schedule. The ECE must also possess sufficient stamina for full-time work in a busy full day child care centre. The position is physically demanding and includes lifting (if working in Infant/Toddler Centre lifting of children up to 20 kg. will be on a repetitive basis), crouching, bending, standing, outdoor play, and sitting on floor.Job RequirementsSkills:

• Strong interpersonal communication skills with children, families, staff, practicum students; community agencies, etc.;
• Demonstrated ability to exercise good judgment, critical thinking, and creative problem solving;
• Demonstrated ability and strong interest integrating the BC Early Learning Framework in a child care program;
• Ability to plan and implement innovative programming based upon the age and emergent needs of children, setting up suitable play-based environments for young children;
• Demonstrated skills in working collaboratively within a team environment;
• Good organizational skills;
• Demonstrated evidence of ongoing professional commitment and development, and an attitude that supports ongoing learning and self-reflection skills;
• Commitment to the ECEBC Code of Ethics, including confidentiality and privacy of information;
• Ability to relate to people from a wide range of backgrounds, understanding and valuing diversity;
• Ability to handle emergencies skillfully and calmly and in compliance with Child Care Regulations and UVic Child Care Services policies;
• Flexibility to work in different Child Care Services centres and work a range of shifts, according to the operational demands;
• Basic proficiency with Microsoft Windows and Outlook (email and calendar).
• Specialized Knowledge/Education:
• Current Early Childhood Educator Certificate, and if working in the Infant/Toddler Centre, Infant Toddler Educator designation (issued by the ECE Registry of BC);
• Strong knowledge of the BC Early Learning Framework and ability to implement into practice;
• Strong knowledge of current BC Child Care Licensing Regulations;
• Current first aid certificate;
• Ability to provide a clear criminal record check;
• Documentation of compliance in the immunization program per Ministry of Health guidelines (childhood immunizations).

Experience:

• Entry level opportunity. Equivalent combinations of training, education and/or experience will be considered;
• Experience implementing the BC Early Learning Framework in a group child care setting.

Territory Acknowledgement: We acknowledge and respect the Lək̓ʷəŋən (Songhees and Esquimalt) Peoples on whose territory the university stands, and the Lək̓ʷəŋən and WSÁNEĆ Peoples whose historical relationships with the land continue to this day.Equity and Diversity Statement: UVic is committed to upholding the values of equity, diversity, and inclusion in our living, learning and work environments. In pursuit of our values, we seek members who will work respectfully and constructively with differences and across levels of power. We actively encourage applications from members ofRead our full equity statement here:Accessibility Statement: If you anticipate needing accommodations for any part of the application and hiring process contact:

Company Name: University of Victoria

Salary: $4414 – 4539 per month

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