Early Childhood Educator Level 2 & 3

Early Childhood Educator Level 2 & 3

 

Kids Connection Daycare is currently seeking Fun, Active, Respectful individuals to join our ever-growing facility. We are Medicine Hats newest childcare center who have expanded our program to add an additional 37 New Spaces and have 5 new staff members joining our team.

 

Why should you join our team?

 

At Kids Connection of Medicine Hat, we are passionate about our work and know that we are creating a positive impact in the community. Our staff feel welcome from the first day they start and quickly feel a sense of belonging here as we bring our hearts to work every day. If you are passionate about your work, want to make the community a better place, and develop your leadership skills this is the place for you!

 

What does this role look like at Kids Connection of Medicine Hat?

 

The staff oversees/implements the daily planning and implementation.

 

Reports to and works under the guidance of the Program Director.

 

The childcare professionals are responsible for preparing and implementing a monthly programming plan on the interest of the child that is age appropriate and develops the physical, emotional and intellectual skills of the children.

 

Key Responsibilities:

 

·         Responsible for the daily supervision of children

·         Responsible for the awareness of all centers policies, health regulations, safety, field trip, Provincial day care regulations

·         Responsible for awareness of all pertinent information concerning each child

·         Responsible for creating an environment within the center the guides the children in their play and create opportunities for the children to make suitable decisions and choices

·         Responsible for awareness of all housekeeping duties and ensuring that all work areas remain clean and organized

·         Responsible for maintaining a current knowledge of techniques and programs used in the field of early childhood this will require attendance at various workshops and seminars

·         Responsible to stay current with research and emerging best practices in health and safety as recommended by licensing and health authorities

·         Responsible to know which children if any use emergency medications, where the medications are stored, and how to administer them if necessary

·         Responsible to ensure a safety checklist is being completed on the building, play areas, toys, materials and furnishings have been inspected to ensure they are safe, in good repair and hygienically maintained.

 

What qualifications are we looking for?

 

·         2~3 years’ experience

·         Child Development Certificate (ECE) Level 2 or 3

·         Completion of certificate or diploma in early childhood education

·         Clear Criminal Record Check (including Vulnerable Sector Check only if working with Children), dated within 6 months is required.

·         Current Standard First Aid or wiling to gain it.

 

Required Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities:

 

·         Knowledge of the confidentiality required for the protection of the children and parents

·         Ability to prepare neat accurate written work

·         Skilled communication and observation techniques

·         Ability to organize and implement daily programming

·         Ability to work with others

·         Ability and flexibility to work with all age groups

·         Ability to work with a minimum amount of supervision

·         Ability to understand and implement daily routines

 

Schedule:

·         8 hour shift

·         Monday to Friday

·         No weekends

·         Day, early morning, morning

 

Language of Work:

English

 

Work Location:

Kids Connection

450 Vista Drive, Suite 105

Medicine Hat, AB  T1B 4T1

 

Position Type:

Permanent, Full-Time – 32~44 hours per week

Salary – $18.54~28.64 (CAD) per hour

 

Benefits and Perks:

·         Bonus

·         Group insurance benefits (including life insurance, dental, disability, health care, paramedical services coverage, vision care plans)

·         Ongoing Leadership Development and Opportunities

·         Opportunities for Training and Recertification

·         Learning/training paid by employer

·         On-site daycare available

·         Team building opportunities

·         Free parking available

·         Parking available

 

Vacancies:

5

 

We thank you for your interest; however, please take note that we will be contacting only those candidates that have been selected for the next steps.

 

Please submit your resume and proof of the required certifications. NO PHONE CALLS PLEASE.

 

·         By email to kidsconnectionmedicinehat@gmail.com

·         In person at 450 Vista Drive, Suite 105, Medicine Hat, AB  T1B 4T1