Early Childhood Educator - Nanaimo, Canada - Tillicum Lelum Aboriginal Society

Tillicum Lelum Aboriginal Society

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Nanaimo, Canada

1 week ago

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Sophia Lee

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Description

We are seeking passionate, creative, and reliable Early Childhood Educators to be a part of our team We are looking for individuals who understand cultural safety, and Indigenous ways of knowing and being.

Also applicants should value the importance of children's connection to nature, as the program will embody a land-based curriculum.

The Early Childhood Educator will work directly within the Early Childhood Programs providing care and creative programming for children in the Centre.

We are looking for someone who operates with a high level of detail and organization; with high level of program planning skills.

This role will give you the opportunity to work with a dynamic team and will require that you represent our Centre's vision and values with spirit and professionalism.

Qualifications:

Early Childhood Educator License to Practice
Understanding of Cultural Safety
Current First Aid certificate
Ability to provide professional references
Diplomas, certificates or other evidence of training related to child growth/development
Experience working in a childcare or recreational setting

Skills & Abilities:

High level of program planning skills and ability to translate into practice
Trauma Informed Lens and understanding of emotional safety
Strong understanding of child growth and development
Ability to create culturally appropriate, developmentally appropriate and inventive programming
Ability to work collaboratively as part of a cohesive team
Flexibility and ability to "go with the flow"
High level of organizational and interpersonal skills
Excellent communication skills, both verbal and written
Ability to work independently and with other effectively within an interdisciplinary team setting