$29 · ECE at Sidney Preschool

Interested in moving to Vancouver Island? Sidney Preschool would love to have you join our team! $29 per hour ($25/hour plus $4/hour wage enhancement) PLUS HIRING BONUS Looking for an ECE to work 4 days/week, or if you are only interested in a couple days we are willing to split the position with another candidate. Sidney Preschool is a Parent Participation Co-operative Preschool that runs Monday through Thursday, 9am to 1pm, with 3 and 4 year olds in a high adult: child ratio environment. We are looking for a dedicated person who can nurture our children, inspire our families, and become part of our community. Experience in a co-operative or non-profit environment is an asset. Working collectively with the ECEA, the ECE will implement a play-based curriculum. Benefits: 7 Paid Sick Days/year, Centre closure between Christmas and New Years, Spring Break and all statutory holidays Paid Parent Board meetings and VICPA meetings Requirements: ECE Certificate, Diploma or Degree; Current BC ECE registry certificate of practice; Current Standard First Aid and Level “C” CPR; Current Immunizations, including COVID-19 Familiarity with the BC Early learning Framework and Code of Ethics Clear criminal record check Excellent interpersonal skills Able to work collaboratively An interest in child led curriculum A commitment to inclusive practice Sensitivity to relationship and to supporting children’s emotional well being, health and safety Professional communicator Duties and responsibilities: Program Practice and Early Education Planning daily child care activities Individualized observation and documentation of children’s daily activities Ensure guidance of children’s behaviour that encourages positive self-concept Ensure the child’s environment is healthy and safe Administration: Communicate with parents with questions or concerns Attend Vancouver Island Coop Preschool Association (VICPA) monthly Attend Parent Executive and Board meetings monthly Please visit our website at sidneypreschool.com for more information. Qualifications: Basic ECE Required Salary & Benefits: $25 per hour 4 weeks of paid holiday during Christmas break and Spring Break, plus all statutory holidays are paid.