Preschool Instructor 2
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
Thompson Community Association
Duties and Responsibilities
Programming- Plan, implement, organize and lead nature based outdoor preschool activities and curriculum; special events, fundraising and field trips.
- Assist with the development and implementation of a comprehensive nature based preschool program for ages 3-5.
- Assist in the hiring of preschool staff; provide work direction to Preschool/Instructor I.
- Assist volunteers and practicum students in the classroom setting.
- 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.
- Attend regular meetings with preschool instructors and Preschool Coordinator.
- 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.
- 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.
- Plan and organize classroom layout.
- Provide input into budget; 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.
Required Qualifications
- Grade 12 plus an Early Childhood Education Certificate and two years’ experience or an equivalent combination of education and experience.
- BCRPA High Five - Principles of Healthy Child Development Certification (or willing to obtain).
- Standard, Child Safe or Emergency First Aid including CPR C.
- 19+yrs of age.
- Police Information Check.
- Immunization records.
Desirable Qualifications
- Post basic ECE training.
- Training and experience in Reggio Emilia practice.
- Training and experience in outdoor education.
- Second language.
- Sign language.
- Music background.
- Food safe.
Hours
- Starting September, 2022 - Permanent Full Time (34hrs/week)
Compensation and Benefits
- $21.93-$22.88/hr (rate effective Sept 1, 2021, Sept 1, 2022 rate under review), plus $4.00hr ECE Wage Enhancement
- Professional Development and 4% vacation pay
- Benefits package including medical, dental, and paid sick leave after three month probation period
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 4:00 pm, July 18, 2022 to:
Thompson Community Centre
Emily Vera & Kate Dawson, Preschool Coordinators
5151 Granville Avenue
Richmond, BC, V7C 1E6
E-mail: natureschool@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.
The City of Richmond has a COVID-19 Vaccination Policy which requires all employees to be fully vaccinated against COVID-19 and provide
proof of vaccination as a condition of employment. This Policy also applies to Community Association and Society employees.