MALAHAT NATION

110 Thunder Road | Mill Bay, BC| V8H 1B8
Tel: (250) 743-3231 | Fax (250) 743-3251
info@malahatnation.com | www.malahatnation.com

INFANT TODDLER EDUCATOR (IT)

REPORTS TO Director of Early Learning Child & Family Supports
START October 2025
COMPENSATION ECE/IT: $36.28 - $37.37 per hour (NEE: H – 18)
- the above rates are subject to education, experience, and/or a combination of both.

STATUS 1-Fulltime Permanent 35-hours per week

• $1,500.00 Signing Bonus** upon successful completion of a 3-month probationary period
• $1,000 1-Year Service Bonus** upon successful completion of 1-consecutive year of service

Are you an Early Childhood Educator looking for a fun environment to work with children? Do you want to be part of a great team with perks such as a Malahat Nation BONUS?
Malahat Nation represents approximately 350+ members with two reserve lands located on the western shore of Saanich Inlet, south of the village of Mill Bay, about 40-kilometres north of Victoria, British Columbia. We are looking for fun, energetic, dependable and organized staff to join our dedicated child care team! Come work in our lively, well-established and respected community childcare centre. We serve children 6-months to 5-years in two programs. Caterpillar Child Care is committed to providing exceptional childcare that incorporates Malahat Nation traditional and cultural teachings. Our daycare staff are offered a pension and benefits plan, amazing staffing ratios and opportunities for professional growth and development.
PURPOSE: Reporting to the Director of Early Learning Child & Family Supports, the ECE-IT will work collaboratively in a team environment while caring for and educating children between the ages of 6 months - 5 years of age. Regular hours of operation are Monday to Friday, 8:00 a.m. – 5:00 p.m. This is a fulltime permanent position, working 35-hours per week.

REQUIRED EDUCATION AND EXPERIENCE:

• Early Childhood Education Degree and / or Diploma required
• Early Childhood Education ‘Infant Toddler’ designation is required
• Current copy of ECEBC license to practice required
• Minimum 1-year experience is required
• CPR and standard First Aid training required
• Current Criminal Record Check (CRC) including vulnerable sector search prior to employment
• Provision of accurate and up-to-date immunization records

OTHER EDUCATION AND EXPERIENCE:

• Experience working in Indigenous communities in early-year programs is an asset
• Special Needs certifications and / or experience is an considered an asset
• Willingness to learn about culture and traditions of Malahat Nation community
• Additional professional competencies related to life-long learning, human services and health and education environment awareness an asset
  ** Malahat Nation Bonus are provided on a one-time only basis and subject to meeting specific departmental requirements and eligibility criteria; terms and conditions do apply (details can be provided upon request

KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS, AND ABILITIES:

• Knowledge of ECE theory, research and practice
• Experience working independently and, in a team, to create a positive, supportive and flexible work culture
• Strong knowledge of child development
• Strong communication skills, verbally and in writing, ability to work well and communicate appropriately with children and families
• Ability to maintain strict confidentiality and sensitive information
• Confidence in working with young children
• Well-developed time management with the ability to multitask different task simultaneously

• Plan, prepare and carry out developmentally and culturally appropriate activities
• Ensure positive communication and proactive relationships with team members, children and families
• Adhere to licensing standards of practice
• Deliver services for children and parents in the capacity as a certified ECEIT in the full scope of your license to practice
• Plan and implement appropriate age-based activities according to skills and learning levels that promote social interactions and personal development
• Ensure that all information about children, staff, visitors and volunteers is strictly confidential
• Help create a nurturing learning environment to foster the development of the children’s needs
• Incorporate culturally appropriate activities as advised by Elders and Manager of Early Learning
• Post weekly/daily activity plans for programs
• Model positive behaviors and attitudes for children and families
• Participate in training and staff meetings as required
• Other duties as required.