District Early Childhood Educator Assistant - Posting #270

School District No. 22 (Vernon) is currently accepting applications for District Early Childhood Educator Assistants (ECE-A) to support our early learning care facilities.

This position is 11 hours per week, 10 month position. Anticipated shifts are Tuesday and Thursday from 8 : 00 am - 2 : 00 pm. Temporary to June 26, 2025.

REQUIRED EDUCATION AND EXPERIENCE :

Grade 12 plus successful completion of at least one course of a basic early childhood education training program through a recognized educational institution in child development, child guidance, or child health, safety, and nutrition.

Current Early Childhood Educator Assistant License to Practice from the BC Government’s ECE Registry.

A minimum of one (1) year of recent experience working with preschool and / or school-aged children.

Valid Child Safe first aid certificate.

Clear criminal record check and evidence of compliance with the province’s immunization and tuberculosis control programs as required by the Child Care Licensing Regulation.

REQUIRED KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS, AND ABILITIES :

Assists with the implementation of age-appropriate activities for before and after school care in accordance with daily schedules and program objectives.

Establishes positive working relationships with school staff, community partners, families and school aged children.

Supports the transition of information between children, families, and classroom colleagues (ECE and Kindergarten teacher).

Collaborates with the ECE and school staff to create a seamless transition for children moving between the child care program and the school day.

With the classroom colleagues, maintains a learning environment that promotes the health, security, and well-being of children.

Attends meetings as required.

Maintains the confidentiality of sensitive information seen or heard.

Understands and acts in accordance with relevant policies and procedures from the school, district. Ministry of Education and Child Care, Child Care Licensing Regulation and WorkSafeBC.

Knowledge of Truth and Reconciliation and its application in Early Years settings and a commitment to the Truth and Reconciliation Calls to Action.

WAGE : $28.99 (Pay Grade 6 pending review). This position requires work on non-instructional days.

This position is unionized, CUPE local 5523. If this position interest you, please apply with your resume, cover letter and supporting documentation.

While we thank all those who apply, only shortlisted candidates with will be contacted and preference will be given to qualified applicants who self-declare Indigenous ancestry.

Posting #270