Early Childhood Education

There is a full-time Early Childhood Educator (ECE) position offered at the Gwa’sala-‘Nakwaxda’xw Daycare and Gila’ga Gangananam Aboriginal Head Start starting immediately.

The Gwa’sala-‘Nakwaxda’xw Daycare and Gila’ga Gangananam Aboriginal Head Start is a licensed daycare centre located on the Tsulquate Reserve in Port Hardy, British Columbia. The daycare primarily serves Gwa’sala-‘Nakwaxda’xw band membership with a focus on following the components of Aboriginal Head Start program for children up to 4 years old.

Qualifications and Education:

Early Childhood Education certification with license to practice
Current First Aid Certificate
Updated Criminal Record Check
Experience and Skills:

Experience working in a daycare, pre-school or a Head Start program, preference will be given to those with Head Start work experience
Knowledge of daycare operations and some reporting requirements
Planning and implementing culturally and developmentally appropriate activities
Develop and implement child‐care programs that support and promote the physical, cognitive, emotional, social, and imaginative development of children
Lead and guide activities and provide opportunities for children to express creativity through art, dramatic play, music, sensory activities and physical movement
Provide guidance and sensitivity towards children with diverse needs, including toileting and challenging behaviours
Respect individual family needs, choices, and confidentiality while communicating with parents, guardians or other staff members
Assess the abilities, interests and needs of children and use this knowledge to adapt programming and the environment for greater success
Work collaboratively with coworkers, parents and community supports
Maintain an environment that protects the health, security and well-being of children
Salary and Benefits

$28.00 – $33.00/hour (commensurate with qualifications and experience)
Extended health plan and pension plan available after a three-month probationary period
This position is open until filled. Only those short-listed will be contacted. Please e-mail applications, including a cover letter stating your interest, a current resume listing experience, qualifications and a minimum of two references, as well as a copy of your certification to:

Reed Allen – Daycare Manager

Gwa’sala-‘Nakwaxda’xw Daycare

Box 1154, Port Hardy, B.C., V0N 2P0

Tel: (250) 949-9838

E-mail: daycaremanager@gwanaknations.ca

Job Type: Full-time

Pay: $28.00-$33.00 per hour

Expected hours: 35 per week

Benefits:

Extended health care
RRSP match
Work Location: In person