Description
Joining our team means becoming part of a supportive community that celebrates diversity, innovation, and collaboration. Whether you're a seasoned educator or embarking on your journey in the field of education, Langley School District offers ample opportunities for professional growth and development.
This position reports to the District Principal of Early Learning, the Early Childhood Educator leads before and after school care and works collaboratively with the kindergarten teacher and other classroom staff in facilitating the seamless day and class transition for kindergarten and primary students. Once hired, a casual employee can view all internal postings for Term and Continuing positions and has the contractual right to post into vacancies to secure more consistent and/or guaranteed hours.
POSTING DETAILS
Position - Early Childhood Educator
Start Date - As soon as possible (flexible)
Schedule - Casual / On Call (hours vary)
Location(s) - Varied
DUTIES & RESPONSIBILITIES
Assists in providing a classroom environment that fosters the seamless transition between before and after school care and the kindergarten/primary classroom.
Plan, coordinate and lead a quality before and after school care program for students in collaboration with the classroom teacher.
Provide positive and effective communication when interacting with parents and/or caregivers and school personnel.
Assist with the planning, purchasing and maintenance of relevant equipment, supplies and materials.
Maintain statistics and reports as required by the department.
Maintain the confidentiality of personal, private, and sensitive information.
Perform other related duties as required.
REQUIRED QUALIFICATIONS
Grade 12 graduation and completion of an Early Childhood Education diploma.
A minimum of 2 years of experience as an Early Childhood Educator in a licensed early years setting working with children between birth to age 5.
Possess and maintain a valid BC Early Childhood Educator License to Practice.
Possess and maintain a valid Emergency First Aid/CPR Certificate.
Knowledge of the Ministry of Education's Early Learning Framework.
Experience creating, organizing, and planning for an early learning program.
Ability to communicate effectively (verbal and written) using tact, discretion, and professionalism.
Basic knowledge of MS Word and Excel.
Physical ability to perform the required duties.
For your application to be considered, all required documents must be included:
Resume and cover letter
Early Childhood Educator diploma
Valid BC Early Childhood Educator License.
Proof of high school graduation (or completion of other post-secondary education)
Email addresses for a minimum of three references (ideally, former supervisors from your most recent/relevant role)
Valid/Current first aid certification (proof of registration for the course can serve as a placeholder for your application; however, you need to complete the course prior to beginning work in the district)
PLEASE NOTE
In accordance with the Criminal Record Review Act, successful applicants will be required to consent to a Criminal Record Check prior to employment.
We thank you for your interest in the Langley School District; however, only those persons selected for interviews will be contacted.
