Early Childhood Educators - Grande Prairie, Canada - Lil Gems Creche

Description

Responsibilities include but not limited to the following:

• Provide a safe and nurturing environment for children.
• Maintain open communication with parents and guardians
• Monitor and assess children's progress and provide feedback
• Collaborate with other teachers and staff to create a cohesive learning environment
• Utilize computerized systems for record keeping and administrative tasks
• Develop and implement childcare programs that support and promote the physical, cognitive, emotional, and social development of children.
• Engage children in activities by telling stories, teaching songs, and preparing crafts.

- provide opportunities to express creativity through the media of art, dramatic plays, music, and physical activity.

• Guide and assist children in the development of proper eating, dressing and toilet habits.
• Maintain daycare equipment and assist in housekeeping and cooking duties.
• Prepare snacks and arrange rooms or furniture for lunch and rest periods.
• Submit written observations on children to early childhood educators or supervisors.
• Assess the abilities, interests and needs of children and discuss progress or problems with parents and other staff members.
• Attend staff meetings to discuss progress and challenges of children.
• Establish and maintain collaborative relationships with parents, coworkers and community service providers working with children.
• Plan and maintain an environment that protects the health, security and wellbeing of children.
• Model Christian character and lifestyle always.

Qualifications:

• Certificate, Diploma or Bachelor's degree in Early Childhood Education (Levels 1,2 and 3) or related field preferred
• Previous experience working with young children in a classroom setting
• Strong leadership skills and the ability to effectively manage a classroom
• Excellent time management and organizational skills
• Proficient in written and verbal communication

We offer professional development opportunities, and a supportive work environment. We are committed to providing high-quality early childhood education and are looking for dedicated individuals to join our team.

If you have a passion for working with young children and believe in the importance of early education, we encourage you to apply.

Job Types:
Full-time, Part-time, Permanent, Casual


Salary:
$16.00-$26.00 per hour

Expected hours: 40 per week


Benefits:

• Extended health care
• Paid time off

Flexible Language Requirement:

• French not required

Schedule:

• 8 hour shift
• Day shift
• Monday to Friday

Supplemental pay types:

• Overtime pay

Ability to commute/relocate:

• Grande Prairie, AB T8V 0Y2: reliably commute or plan to relocate before starting work (required)

Education:

• AEC / DEP or Skilled Trade Certificate (preferred)

Work Location:
In person