Early Childhood Educator Assistant

at  Boys Girls Clubs of the Okanagan

EARLY CHILDHOOD EDUCATOR ASSISTANT

Date Posted: August 30, 2024
Competition Number : 122-24/25
Locations: Kelowna, BC (Cameron Park)

BGC Okanagan is hiring an Early Childhood Educator Assistant at our Cameron Park Daycare. Step into a world where every day is an opportunity to make a difference in the lives of children and their families!

• At BGC Okanagan, we don’t just offer jobs – we offer life-changing opportunities.
• Imagine a journey where your professional development isn’t just encouraged – it’s sponsored!
• With our cost-shared benefit plan, paid vacation, sick time, and childcare discounts, we’ve got your back every step of the way.
• Feeling ambitious? Our leadership programs will catapult you to new heights, unleashing your full potential and empowering you to lead with confidence. And with our vibrant community of practice, you’ll connect with like-minded individuals, share ideas, and inspire one another to reach for the stars.

So, what are you waiting for? Come join a team that trusts, values, and appreciates YOU. Your adventure begins here – because Opportunity Changes Everything!

QUALIFICATIONS:

• Early Childhood Assistant Certification
• Current First Aid Certificate or willingness to obtain
  Successful completion of Agency screening process, including a criminal record check
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  This position is open to all applicants
  This position requires Union membership
  Hours: 25 hours a week, Monday to Friday
  Rate of Pay: $20.60 per hour plus cost shared benefits, paid vacation and sick time
  Closing Date: Open until filled
  As an equal opportunity employer, BGC Okanagan is committed to the prioritization of equitable and inclusive employment practices. Our goal is to be representative of the communities we serve, and we encourage applications from communities which are structurally marginalized based on race, disability, age, sex, religion, sexual orientation, nationality, social or ethnic origin, gender identity and/or expression. If any candidate needs any accessibility support throughout the hiring process, we will accommodate such requests when made. You will only be considered for a position with BGC Okanagan if you’re legally entitled to work in Canada. Eligible applicants include: Canadian citizens, permanent residents and refugees in Canada with legal status.
  We appreciate and thank all applicants for their interest, however only short-listed candidates will be contacted

• Assist in the development and implementation of programs and activities that are consistent with agency core values and core programming areas.
• Ensure that programs developed, engage members, address healthy positive child development and provide members with a sense of belonging.
• Provide a nurturing, fun and safe environment for children
• Establish positive relationships and open communication with parents/guardiansEnsure that specific goals of the children and program are met