Employer: Red Balloon Daycare

Location of work:     2648 Alhambra Dr. West Kelowna BC V1Z 2Z3

Title of the position: Early childhood educators and assistants (NOC 42202)

Terms:  Full-time, 30+ hours/week

Language of work: English

Hourly wage: $22.60

Contact information: redballoonlake@hotmail.com

Job description

We are looking for a dedicated early child educator/assistant to our day care operation in west Kelowna BC. The ideal candidate should have excellent communication skills, a positive attitude, and a passion for children. 30+ hours per week. If you think you are the right fit, please don't hesitate to apply. For foreign applicant, please attach your valid work or study permit in Canada.  

Main duties

· Develop & implement or support experienced educator to carrying out the child-care programs that support and promote the physical, cognitive, emotional and social development of children

· Lead or engage children in activities by telling or reading stories, teaching songs, taking children to local points of interest and providing opportunities to express creativity through the media of art, dramatic play, music and physical activity

· Plan and maintain an environment that protects the health, security and well-being of children

· Assess the abilities, interests and needs of children and discuss progress or problems with parents and other staff members

· Observe children for signs of potential learning or behavioral problems and prepare reports for parents, guardians or supervisor

· Guide and assist children in the development of proper eating, dressing and toilet habits

· Establish and maintain collaborative relationships with co-workers and community service providers working with children

· Plan and organize activities for school-age children in child-care programs before and after regular school hours

Employment requirements

· Completion of a two- to four-year college program in early childhood education or a bachelor's degree in child education 

· Early childhood educators/assistant certification.

· 2+ years child education experience

For foreign applicant, pls attach valid work/study permit. ONLY QUALIFIED CANDIDATES WILL BE CONSIDERED