Early Childhood Educator Assistants

Date Posted: October 4, 2024Competition Number: 161-24/25

Locations: Vernon, BC (Club on 35th, Lakers Club)

BGC Okanagan is hiring a casual Early Childhood Educator Assistants for our Club on 35th and Lakers Club in Vernon. Step into a world where every day is an opportunity to make a difference in the lives of children and their families!

• At BGC Okanagan, we don't just offer jobs we offer life-changing opportunities.
• Imagine a journey where your professional development isnt just encouraged its sponsored!
• With our cost-shared benefit plan, paid vacation, sick time, and childcare discounts, we've got your back every step of the way.
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So, what are you waiting for? Come join a team that trusts, values, and appreciates YOU. Your adventure begins here because Opportunity Changes Everything!

Key Duties and Responsibilities:

• Assist in the development and implementation of programs and activities that are consistent with agency core values and core programming areas.
• Ensure that programs developed, engage members, address healthy positive child development and provide members with a sense of belonging.

• Provide a nurturing, fun and safe environment for children
• Establish positive relationships and open communication with parents/guardians
• Ensure that specific goals of the children and program are metSome positions require Union Membership and are open to all applicants

Qualifications:

• Early Childhood Assistant Certification is required
• Current First Aid Certificate or willingness to obtain

• Successful completion of Agency screening process, including a criminal record check

Hours: On call casual hours, Monday to Friday

Rate of Pay: $20.60 per hour

Closing Date: Open until filled

As an equal opportunity employer, BGC Okanagan is committed to the prioritization of equitable and inclusive employment practices. Our goal is to be representative of the communities we serve, and we encourage applications from communities which are structurally marginalized based on race, disability, age, sex, religion, sexual orientation, nationality, social or ethnic origin, gender identity and/or expression. If any candidate needs any accessibility support throughout the hiring process, we will accommodate such requests when made. You will only be considered for a position with BGC Okanagan if youre legally entitled to work in Canada. Eligible applicants include: Canadian citizens, permanent residents and refugees in Canada with legal status.

We appreciate and thank all applicants for their interest, however only short-listed candidates will be contacted.