Early Childhood Educator (ECE) at Bubble’s Faro Daycare

Bubble’s Faro Daycare is actively seeking two dedicated Early Childhood Educators (ECEs) to join their team in Faro, Yukon. This full-time, permanent position offers an opportunity to significantly contribute to the development and well-being of young children in a supportive on-site environment.

Job Description

As an Early Childhood Educator, you will be instrumental in nurturing children’s growth across various developmental domains. This role involves planning and executing educational and recreational programs, ensuring a safe and engaging atmosphere for infants, toddlers, and school-aged children. You will work collaboratively with colleagues and community providers to uphold high standards of care and learning.

• Provide direct care, including bathing, diapering, and feeding infants and toddlers.
• Design and implement engaging child-care programs that foster physical, cognitive, emotional, and social development.
• Lead children in activities such as storytelling, singing, and excursions to local points of interest.
• Supervise junior staff, trainees, or volunteers within the daycare setting.
• Assist supervisors or other early childhood educators in maintaining accurate records and observations.
• Encourage children’s creative expression through art, dramatic play, music, and physical activities.
• Facilitate the development of essential self-help skills, including proper eating, dressing, and toilet habits.
• Monitor children for any indications of learning or behavioral challenges, preparing reports for parents, guardians, or supervisors.
• Submit written observations regarding children’s progress and needs to senior educators.
• Contribute to staff meetings by discussing children’s development and any emerging issues.
• Establish and enforce clear guidelines for children’s behavior within the program.
• Cultivate strong, cooperative relationships with co-workers and relevant community service providers.
• Oversee and maintain a healthy, secure, and supportive environment for all children.
• Organize and conduct activities for school-aged children in before- and after-school programs.

Requirements

• Education: A college, CEGEP, or other non-university certificate or diploma from a program of 1 to 2 years.
• Experience: 1 to less than 7 months of relevant experience.
• Certifications: Early Childhood Education (ECE) Certificate, First Aid Certificate, and CPR Certificate are required.
• Languages: Proficiency in English is essential.
• Personal Suitability: Punctuality, dependability, efficient interpersonal skills, excellent oral and written communication, flexibility, good judgment, reliability, a team-player attitude, strong values and ethics, and the ability to multitask.
• Work Authorization: Applications are welcomed from Canadian citizens, permanent or temporary residents, and other candidates, with or without a valid Canadian work permit.

Working Conditions and Benefits

This full-time permanent position offers a competitive hourly wage of $36.00 for 35 to 40 hours per week, starting as soon as possible. The role is on-site at the facility in Faro, YT, and requires physical presence for all duties.

• Salary: $36.00 per hour.
• Hours: 35 to 40 hours per week.
• Benefits: Comprehensive health benefits, including a dental plan and general health care plan.
• Work Environment: The role involves repetitive tasks, is physically demanding, requires significant attention to detail, and includes a combination of sitting, standing, walking, bending, crouching, and kneeling.

How to Apply

Interested candidates can apply directly through the Job Bank platform or by sending their application via email to [email protected].

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Frequently Asked Questions

What is the hourly wage for an Early Childhood Educator at Bubble’s Faro Daycare?

The Early Childhood Educator position at Bubble’s Faro Daycare offers an hourly wage of $36.00.

What educational qualifications and certifications are required for this ECE role?

Candidates need a college, CEGEP, or other non-university certificate or diploma from a 1-2 year program, along with an Early Childhood Education (ECE) Certificate, First Aid Certificate, and CPR Certificate.