Early Childhood Education Assistant

at  Beacon Community Services

Beacon is hiring casual Early Childhood Education Assistants to support our locations in Saanichton and Langford. This flexible opportunity is perfect for those who are enthusiastic about supporting early childhood development and making a positive impact in their community.
Closing Date: Applications will be accepted until positions are filled.

POSITION SUMMARY:

Reporting to the Childcare Manager, the Early Childhood Education Assistant joins a caring and compassionate team dedicated to providing engaging and safe programs to the children and families in our community. The Early Childhood Education Assistant promotes physical, social, emotional, and cognitive development by providing age-appropriate activities and individualized care to meet the unique needs of each child. In collaboration with parents and caregivers, they ensure consistent care and support. Additionally, the Early Childhood Education Assistant maintains a safe and clean environment, observes and documents children’s progress, and communicates effectively with families and team members to foster a positive and inclusive learning community for young children.

EDUCATION AND EXPERIENCE:

• Early Childhood Educator Assistant certificate
• A valid ECE-A BC license to practice
• A minimum of 1 year of previous experience working with children and families within childcare settings
• Valid First Aid certificate, as outlined by Child Care Regulations (to be renewed upon expiry)
• Valid Food Safe certificate (to be renewed every 3 years)
• Minimum of 40 professional development hours every 5 years; as outlined by license-to-practice standards

SKILLS AND ABILITIES:

• Strong communication and interpersonal skills
• An energetic, nurturing and sensitive attitude that encourages development
• Ability to work collaboratively as part of a team
• Ability to maintain professional composure and attitude, even in high-stress situations
• A demeanour that creates safe, trusting relationships with children, parents and the larger community
• Ability to use Microsoft 365 (Word, Teams, Outlook, etc.)

• Provide quality childcare and programming to children enrolled in the program
• Provide a safe, accepting and supportive environment while engaging both the children and families in the program
• Role model safe practices, caregiving and learning support for parents
• Maintain the safety and well-being of all children and families enrolled in the program
• Use developmentally appropriate practice to plan, implement and evaluate a range of activities.
• Provide parents with current updates on the program and their children’s progress/development; using a variety of communication mediums that Beacon approves
• Assist children in a manner that supports their ongoing success
• Provide nutritional foods for children attending, following Food Safe standards and guidelines, while adhering to any food sensitives the children may have
• Follow guidance received from the Site Supervisor of the program
• Demonstrate teamwork to create and maintain an inclusive program and childcare environment
• Be aware of and follow the Centre’s programs, philosophies and policies, while also being aware of families’ philosophies to provide inclusive, safe and culturally aware programming and care
• Adhere to BC Child Care Regulations and School Legislation
• Follow the policies and procedures created and implemented by Beacon Community Services
• Report any concerns to the Supervisor or Assistant Supervisor of the program
• Attend to daily housekeeping of the Centre