Strongstart Early Childhood Educator - Saanichton, Canada - School District #63 (Saanich)
Description
District Overview
Driven by our goal of having students thrive in their personal achievements, Saanich Schools provides challenging and engaging educational programs within a safe and nurturing learning environment for the 8,000 students who live and learn here.
Our school district is comprised of 18 schools with the singular focus of delivering high quality education so our students can realize their personal goals which include post-secondary and employment opportunities around Canada and the world.
Our staff of over 1,300 caring professionals are here to make dreams turn into reality.Current Shift:
This is a casual position working on an as-needed basis in our StrongStart Early Learning Centres.10months per year while regular classes are in session.
Pay Rate:
$26.07
POSITION
StrongStart Early Childhood Educator
SUMMARY
Under direction of the Director of Instruction - Learning Services and with the support of the Early LearningTeacher Leader, the StrongStart Early Childhood Educator is responsible for the delivery of the StrongStart Early Learning environment.
In the Strongstart Early Learning Environment, the Early Childhood Educator engages with and participates alongside children birth - 5 years old and their parents, grandparents, guardians and caregivers in an early learning space in which the educator co-creates conditions in which learning can flourish, and co-constructs curriculum and learning as a co-researcher along with the children and adults, guided and supported by the BC Ministry of Education document, the British Columbia Early Learning Framework and its' established vision of respectfully learning and living well together.
DUTIES
Plans, arranges and engage in the creating a welcoming parent/child drop in program for children, ages birth - 5 years
Engages in professional learning and district events pertinent to StrongStart
Provides current information on early learning opportunities for families in the community and provides information on the StrongStart Program
Develops positive working relationships with the community and partners including Indigenous Communities
Maintains supplies for the program:
consumables, books, arts and crafts and nutrition supplies
Maintains detailed daily attendance about family contact including registration forms, daily attendance and any other related information according to Ministry regulations
Liaises with appropriate community resources (e.g. Queen Alexandra, Public Health, Beacon Community Services) for children and families who require extra support
Liaises with the Ministry of Children Family Development (MCFD) for children under child protection or requiring child protection
Works with other StrongStart Early Childhood Educators of Saanich School District StrongStart, and District Instructional Support Staff to access appropriate resources to support the StrongStart program
Works in compliance with District and Ministry policies and procedures
Maintains a working knowledge of current and changing District and Ministry policies and regulations and communicates this information to care providers, families and community members
Maintains current professional knowledge of early learning and care issues and educator practices
Works alongside the Kindergarten teachers within the Kindergarten classrooms during children's gradual entry to kindergarten week
Dialogues with and provides information to parents in each school year regarding Kindergarten, transition to Kindergarten and Kindergarten registration process
Dialogues with and provides information and resources to parents regarding childcare options and preschool settings and Accessible Child Care funding
Informs each family about emergency evacuation procedures and leads families through the school's lockdown drills and evacuation during school fire and earthquake drills
Attends meetings as required that pertain to the StrongStart Program
- Performs other assigned duties that are within the area of knowledge and skills required
QUALIFICATIONS
Certificate in Early Childhood Education
Five years working experience with children birth - 5 years, including experience in creating, planning, engaging and participating within, and budgeting for a parent/child early learning space
Training and/or experience working with parents in a partnership role
Current Community Care Facilities Branch B.C. License to Practice
Current Level One First Aid Certificate
Demonstrated strong verbal and written communication skills and interpersonal skills
Demonstrated organization skills
Working knowledge and a commitment to quality early learning as evidenced through previous experience
Demonstrated ability to work effectively with a variety of parents, children, volunteers, professionals and community members
Working knowledge of child development, family dynamics, community resources and early learning
Maintains current licences and certifications to practi
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