RESPONSIBILITIES

• Assist in annual planning and adjusted delivery of Kermode Aboriginal Head Start Program pre-school curriculum and services
• As part of a team assist in the delivery of Aboriginal Head Start program curriculum lesson plans to children in support of their spiritual, emotional, intellectual and physical growth

Actively participate in
• The guidance of childrens behaviors in support of positive social interaction and self-concept
• The assurance of a safe and healthy play and learning environment for the children
• The fostering of positive and constructive communication with parents
• The contribution to the on-going operations of Kermode Aboriginal Head Start Pre-school through the performance of other related duties
• Participate in school bus pick-up/ Drop off procedures

STATEMENT OF QUALIFICATIONS

• Possess a valid Early Childhood Educator Certificate, and be willing to undertake sponsored Special Needs Certification training;
• Possess a valid Child Safe First Aid Certificate, or equivalent;
• Have at least 2 years of ECE work experience in a private or community pre-school setting;

Food safe Certificate is not mandatory, however is benificail to the program

KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS & ABILITIES

• Familiar with Community Care Facility Act, Child Care Licensing Act and Aboriginal Head Start Program requirements;
• Possess basic computer skills, including the use of Microsoft: Word, Excel, Outlook Express;
• Skilled in the use of a variety of child teaching and reinforcement techniques;Abililty and willingness to actively participate in a teaching and childcare environment
• Demonstrates keen child observation skills
• Demonstrates excellent verbal and written communication skills;
• Able to work and actively participate in a team setting with co-workers and a variety of child specialists

MANDATORY REQUIREMENTS

• T.B. test, and up-to-date immunization record;
• Criminal record check, vulnerable persons check
• Sign a code of ethics and confidentiality agreement;
• Valid First Aid Ticket
• Annual Medical Clearance
• Current ECE license to practice
 

Please submit application package, resume cover letter, and applicable employment references to

Jolene Wesley

Program Director

Kermode Friendship Society

email: [email protected]

fax: 250-635-7696