Job Description

Center Name: Academics Prekindergarten North Vancouver
Responsibilities
Develop and implement childcare programs that support and promote the physical, cognitive, emotional, and social development of children aged 10 months to 5 years.

Plan and lead age-appropriate activities, including storytelling, singing, arts and crafts, dramatic play, music, and physical activities.

Read stories, teach songs, and organize indoor and outdoor activities, including visits to local points of interest.

Provide opportunities for children to express creativity through art, dramatic play, music, and physical activities.

Guide and assist children with proper eating, dressing, personal hygiene, and toilet-training habits.

Prepare snacks and arrange rooms and furniture for meals, play, and rest periods.

Observe children for signs of potential learning or behavioural difficulties and prepare reports for parents, guardians, or supervisors.

Submit written observations on children’s development to early childhood educators or supervisors.

Assess children’s abilities, interests, and individual needs, and communicate their progress or concerns with parents and colleagues.

Establish and maintain appropriate behavioural guidelines and positive classroom routines.

Maintain a safe, healthy, and supportive learning environment that protects children’s health, security, and well-being.

Establish and maintain collaborative relationships with co-workers and community service providers.

Attend staff meetings to discuss children’s development, progress, and individual needs.

Supervise and coordinate the activities of other early childhood educators when required.

Follow all applicable childcare licensing regulations and centre policies.

Certificates, Licences, Memberships, and Courses Required

Emergency Child Care First Aid and CPR Certificate.

Early Childhood Education (ECE) Certificate.

Additional Information Required

Criminal Record Check.

Immunization Records.

Work Conditions and Physical Capabilities

Repetitive tasks.

Physically demanding work.

Attention to detail.

Combination of sitting, standing, and walking.

Bending, crouching, and kneeling.

Manual dexterity.

Personal Suitability

Punctuality and dependability.

Effective interpersonal skills.

Excellent oral and written communication.

Flexibility and interpersonal awareness.

Good judgement and reliability.

Team player.

Strong values and professional ethics.

Benefits

Dental plan.

Health care plan.

Vision care benefits.

Free parking available.

Registered Retirement Savings Plan (RRSP).

Required languages: English

Education level: College, CEGEP or other non-university certificate or diploma from a program of 3 months to 1 year

Required skills: Early Childhood Education (ECE) Certificate with Special needs

Closest intersection: 163 E 15th Street, North Vancouver, BC