Early Childhood Educator

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