Position Overview
Early Childhood Educator, Fernie Child Care Society
Kootenay Talent + Recruitment is partnering with Fernie Child Care Society to recruit Early Childhood Educators (ECEs), Assistants (ECEAs), and Infant-Toddler / Special Needs Educators (ECE IT/SNE) who are passionate about making a difference in children’s lives.
Positions Available Now
Early Childhood Educator/ Infant-Toddler Educator (x2), full time
Early Childhood Educator Assistant (x1), part time
Location: Fernie, BC
Wage Range:
● ECEA – $22.00 /hour
● ECE – $30.50 /hour
● ECE- INFANT TODDLER – $31.00 /hour
* (ECEs may qualify for an additional $2/hour ECE Wage Subsidy through Columbia Basin Trust)
The Opportunities
The core functions of the Infant/ Toddler ECE are caring for and meeting the needs of children ages 10 months to 3 years old and providing engaging and age-appropriate activities to stimulate healthy development in social, emotional, physical, cognitive and language growth and potential.
The core functions of the Early Childhood Educator are caring for and meeting the needs of children age 10 months to 5 years old, planning a curriculum based on social, emotional, cognitive, language and physical development, and providing engaging activities for children to explore, create, discover and learn based on their interest and curiosity.
The core functions of the Early Childhood Educator Assistant are supporting the Early Childhood Educator or Infant/Toddler Early Childhood Educator in caring for and meeting the needs of children age 10 months to 5 years old, and planning a curriculum based on social, emotional, cognitive, language and physical development. The ECEA is also responsible for supporting the delivery of engaging activities for children to explore, create, discover and learn based on their interest and curiosity.
Responsibilities
● Plan and lead creative, age-appropriate learning activities.
● Observe, document, and support each child’s development.
● Build positive, ongoing relationships with families.
● Maintain a safe, organized, and welcoming classroom.
● Maintain health and safety standards inside and outside of the classroom
● Work closely with fellow educators and Supported Child Development professionals
Qualifications
● BC Registered certification as ECE, ECE with Infant Toddler or ECEA.
● Clear Criminal Record Check.
● First Aid with Childcare CPR (training provided if not yet certified).
● Strong interpersonal and communication skills.
● Ability to collaborate in a team environment.
● 2 years or more of previous childcare or early-learning experience is an asset.
What FCCS Offers
● Competitive wages with increases based on experience and certification.
● Generous comprehensive Benefits Package with Group HEALTH that includes paramedical services, vision care, travel assistance, virtual health, extended medical and dental, and the Sparrow Employee Assistance Program.
● $2 wage enhancement if eligible.
● Paid monthly staff meetings and team-building activities.
● Ongoing professional development and training support.
● A supportive, inclusive workplace culture.
● The opportunity to make a lasting impact in the lives of Fernie families.
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How to Apply
If you’d like to be considered for this opportunity, we’d love to connect you with the team at Fernie Child Care Society.
Please apply at kootenayrecruitment.ca and you will find the posting for this position in the Opportunities section. Create an account and upload your resume and cover letter and we will be in touch.
If you have questions, please email info@kootenayrecruitment.ca