Early Childhood Educator or ECE Assistant - Jobs in Penticton, BC

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Are you looking for a career that will provide growth and advancement_Do you want to be part of a dedicated team that provides best-in-class care and programming for families in the Okanagan__Would you like to gain hands-on work experience while continuing your education and skill building__Do you want to collaborate to achieve an educational, nurturing, and safe environment for children_The YMCA has 6 early years care and preschool centres across the central and south Okanagan in addition to our 7 school age care sites, serving over 500 families in care, we will continue to grow and provide best-in-class care and programming for more families in the Okanagan. With our growth comes opportunities for you to grow and succeed with us!*If the following sounds like a good day at work, then this job might be for you!*

• Assist with the planning and implementation of curriculum to ensure YMCA Playing To Learn curriculum is maintained
• Support and deal with sensitive member family experiences and situations, childrens behaviors
• Actively participate in programs with children, while being able to coordinate care and meet the demands of staff, children, and families
• Establish and maintain positive daily communication and interaction with families, providing quality customer service and building meaningful relationships
• Actively ensure licensing standards and safety standards are maintained for all child care settings and outings
• Monitor and support children with difficult behaviors and coach staff accordingly
• Actively participate and promote philanthropy through YMCA Association initiatives, including the Strong Kids Campaign and other events (i.e. Healthy Kids Day)
• Assist with the execution of behaviour care plans, utilizing a child-centered approach by engaging parents and educators and other YMCA staff

Wed love to hear from people with:

• Early Childhood Educator Assistant certificate*
• First Aid certificate
• Must be 19 years of age
• Completed Responsible Adult Certification
• 1-year experience working with children

• Paid educational opportunities may be available for Early Childhood Educator Assistant Certification

*Competencies: *

• Commitment to Mission, Vision and Values: Demonstrates and promotes a personal understanding of and appreciation for the mission, vision and values of the YMCA of Okanagan.
• Service Orientated: Deliberately identifies and creates opportunities to enhance each and every individuals YMCA experience. Creates action plans to resolve any service gap areas.
• Relationship Building and Collaboration: Builds positive interactions, listens attentively and communicates effectively to create an open communication environment. Share information, best practices, and resources with colleagues.

The YMCAs Commitment to Trust, Safety and Equality: As part of a trusted charitable organization, you can expect to receive excellent services and safety training throughout your YMCA career. As the first step in your journey, you will be required to:

• Provide 3 references of a professional nature (e.g. Employer, Supervisor or Colleague)
• Provide a satisfactory Criminal Record Check Check/Vulnerable Sector Search issued no later than six (6) months preceding your start date. The YMCA will provide applicable instructions and paperwork.

The YMCA of Okanagan is is an equity employer and encourages applications from all individuals who may contribute to the diversity of our workplace. This includes persons with diverse abilities, persons of color and ethnicity, Indigenous persons (First Nations, Metis, and Inuit), and people of all sexual orientations and genders.If your application results in OR you are hired, prior to your start date and as a condition of your employment, you will be required to provide proof that you are fully vaccinated against COVID-19 or have a valid medical or religious exemption.Job Type: Full-timeQuick Apply

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