ECE Teacher

at  HAPPY LEARNER DAYCARE CENTRE LTD

Position: Early Childhood Educator (with IT)Location: Happy Learner Daycare Centre, 3478 Trumpeter St, Colwood, BC, V9C 0R5
Rate of Pay: $29 to 32 per hour

Hours of Work: 40 hours/week, plus bank hours for holidays.

• Benefits: Paid breaks, 5 sick days, and 4% holiday pay.
• Bonuses: Annual bonuses based on years of service (e.g., $100 for the 1st year, $200 for the 2nd year, etc.).

Posting Date: January 31, 2025
Application Deadline: Screening begins Feb 8, 2025, and the posting will remain open until filled.
Position Summary
This role involves providing high-quality care to children aged 6 months to 3 years in a safe, engaging, and nurturing environment. The Early Childhood Educator (with IT certification) will plan and implement developmentally appropriate activities that support children’s growth in intellectual, physical, and emotional domains while fostering a play-based learning environment.

Key Duties & Responsibilities

• Deliver a safe, healthy, and enjoyable full-day program for preschool-aged children.
• Plan, implement, and supervise a curriculum that supports intellectual, physical, and emotional development.
• Promote creativity through arts, crafts, dramatic play, music appreciation, science exploration, wellness, and physical literacy, including outdoor play.
• Assist children with daily routines such as toileting, dressing, eating, and sleeping.
• Provide respectful, inclusive, and supportive care, including first aid and individual care plans for children with additional needs.
• Contribute to the development and implementation of daycare policies and guidelines.
• Assess children’s abilities, interests, and needs, and provide regular updates to parents through various communication methods.
• Maintain toys, equipment, and supplies in compliance with safety and sanitation standards.
• Complete required documentation to meet Community Care Facilities Branch licensing standards.
• Collaborate as part of a diverse team and provide guidance to Early Childhood Educator Assistants.
• Adhere to all policies, procedures, and standards of the daycare center.
• Perform other duties as assigned.

Key Skills & Abilities

• Strong understanding of VIHA licensing standards.
• Ability to demonstrate sound judgment in fostering appropriate behavior and creating a positive, safe environment.
• Skill in managing a program budget and planning time effectively.
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills, both verbal and written.
• Creative, enthusiastic, and capable of engaging children in play-based learning.

Qualifications

• Early Childhood Educator Certificate with Infant Toddler (IT) specialization.
• Minimum of 2 years of directly related experience.

Certifications

• Current BC Early Childhood Educator License to Practice.
• Standard First Aid and CPR-C certification.
• Acceptable criminal record check. The candidate must report any criminal charges that may arise during employment.

Job Type: Full-time
Pay: $28.00-$32.00 per hour
Expected hours: 40 per week

Additional pay:

• Bonus pay

Benefits:

• Casual dress
• Dental care
• Extended health care
• On-site childcare
• On-site gym
• On-site parking
• Paid time off

Flexible language requirement:

• French not required

Schedule:

• Monday to Friday

Ability to commute/relocate:

• Colwood, BC: reliably commute or plan to relocate before starting work (preferred)

Education:

• AEC / DEP or Skilled Trade Certificate (preferred)

Experience:

• Working with children 0 to 3: 2 years (required)

Licence/Certification:

• ECE Licence (required)

Work Location: In perso

• Deliver a safe, healthy, and enjoyable full-day program for preschool-aged children.
• Plan, implement, and supervise a curriculum that supports intellectual, physical, and emotional development.
• Promote creativity through arts, crafts, dramatic play, music appreciation, science exploration, wellness, and physical literacy, including outdoor play.
• Assist children with daily routines such as toileting, dressing, eating, and sleeping.
• Provide respectful, inclusive, and supportive care, including first aid and individual care plans for children with additional needs.
• Contribute to the development and implementation of daycare policies and guidelines.
• Assess children’s abilities, interests, and needs, and provide regular updates to parents through various communication methods.
• Maintain toys, equipment, and supplies in compliance with safety and sanitation standards.
• Complete required documentation to meet Community Care Facilities Branch licensing standards.
• Collaborate as part of a diverse team and provide guidance to Early Childhood Educator Assistants.
• Adhere to all policies, procedures, and standards of the daycare center.
• Perform other duties as assigned