Little Sprouts Christian Preschool seeks to grow its team of educators. We are currently looking for individuals with Responsible Adult (RA), Early Childhood Educational Assistant (ECEA), and/or Early Childhood Educator (ECE) certifications. We also ask that all applicants have their first aid certification and a clear CRC and be willing to provide references. Applicants must also be willing to provide a pastoral reference indicating their involvement in their church and a testament to their faith. Please see a brief job description of an ECE below:
Primary Responsibilities:
- Being present with the children
- Assist children with tasks
- Assist in classroom management and dealing with behaviours
- Redirecting when necessary
- Circle time
- Assisting with toileting, eating, and resting times.
- Collaborate with the Program Director and other teachers
- Adhering to Licensing policies
- Positive Child Guidance
- Ensure their certifications are up to date
- Pursue professional development opportunities
- Assist with monthly Fire drills and quarterly Earthquake drills
- Communicating with families at pick up and drop off.
- Communicating with the Program Director any necessary information about children and/or their families
- Recording all information that staff need to know in the communications binder.
- Including any and/or all incidents that must be communicated to families.
- Check the communication binder at the start of the shift.
Secondary Responsibilities:
- Assist in the daily operation of the preschool, which includes:
- Assist in performing a safety check
- Assist with classroom cleaning.
- Assist in managing supplies and inventory
- Assist in ensuring that the property is well-maintained.
- Assist with daily attendance.
- Leading circle and planning activities when the Program director is absent due to illness and /or vacation.
Requirements:
- Early Childhood Education Certification (1 year or 5 years)
- A Clear Ministry of Justice Criminal Record Check
- First Aid Certification with CPR-C and AED
- Love for Jesus and attending a church
- Love for children and a passion for teaching
- Flexibility in working with children, other educators, and the Program Director
- Teachability and ability to learn from co-workers
Contact us to apply!