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Community Association Opportunities

Preschool Instructor 1

Job Summary

Reporting to the Preschool Coordinator, Community Facilities Coordinator or Director of Child Care Services, assists with the development and implementation of a comprehensive community based preschool program for ages 3-5yrs and/or 2yrs.

Job Location

South Arm Community Association

Duties and Responsibilities

Programming
Assist with the development, planning and implementation of a comprehensive preschool program; organize and lead preschool activities, special events, fundraising and field trips; develop preschool curriculum.

Supervisory
Assist volunteers and practicum students in the classroom.

Customer Service/Communication

  • Attend to children’s physical needs, which may include toileting and eating
  • Provide information to visitors wanting to hear about the program and/or see the classroom
  • Communicate problems or concerns with children, families, staff and external agencies
  • Recommend referrals or additional services for children with professionals such as behavioural therapists, occupational therapists and speech language pathologists  

Safety/Risk Management

  • Monitor children in indoor and outdoor activities and during rest periods; conduct activities with children on an individual and group basis
  • Ensure classroom safety as outlined by Health Medical Safety regulations; follow proper Centre protocol  
  • Administer medications as required in accordance with established policy
  • Keep program facilities and equipment safe and clean, reporting any repairs and concerns to senior staff

Administrative

  • Plan and organize classroom layout
  • Order supplies and equipment
  • Work with agencies to acquire resources for children
  • Attend regular meetings with preschool instructors, Supervisor and where appropriate 
  • Responsible to document and report child abuse to supervisors and the Ministry
  • Responsible to fill out accident report forms
  • Other related duties as assigned and may vary according to facility.
Required Qualifications

  • Grade 12 plus enrolled and working towards in an Early Childhood Education certificate and one year’s experience or an equivalent combination of education and experience
  • BCRPA High Five - Principles of Healthy Child Development Certification

Licensing requirements prior to start date:

  • Standard, Childsafe or Emergency First Aid including CPR C
  • Police Information Check,
  • Physician’s note,
  • 19+yrs of age,
  • Immunization Record
Assets

  • Post Basic ECE Training
  • Reggio Workshops
  • Montessori Certificate
  • 2nd language
  • Sign language
  • Music background
  • Food safe
Hours

  • Monday-Friday  8:30am – 1:00pm 
  • 22.5 hours a week
Compensation and Benefits

  • Rate of pay - $20.54/hr  
  • This position is entitled to the Provincial Wage Enhancement for eligible staff
  • Start date: July 4, 2022

How to Apply
Applicant should submit a detailed resume with optional cover letter that reflects their knowledge, skills and abilities relevant to the position, no later than 5:00 pm, June 6, 2022 to:

South Arm Community Centre
Nastasia Zhuk, Preschool Coordinator, South Arm Community Association
8880 Williams Road
Richmond, BC  V7A 1G6
Fax: 604-238-8065
E-mail: Nastasia.Zhuk@richmond.ca
(Adobe PDF or MS Word format only)

We thank all applicants in advance for their interest. However, only those under consideration will be contacted.

Duties may be carried out in a City owned facility, however the City is not the Employer for this position

This position is restricted to those legally entitled to work in Canada.

 

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