Early Childhood Educator (ECE) - Ages 3-5

**The Opportunity:** We are looking for a full-time early Childhood Educator (ECE) to join our 3-5 Child Care Program at our Lynn Creek Community Centre location. Our approach to child care is play-based and family-centered with a focus on each child's social-emotional learning and well-being. We aim to go beyond licensing requirements with a better than required child-to-staff ratio, and we stay current with the latest standards and best practices in early childhood development. Our centers are equipped with high-quality play equipment, including natural play and art materials. **What we Offer:** * a permanent full-time position: 35 hours per week, Monday to Friday, with 7-hour shifts between 7:30 am to 5:45 pm -$22.00 - 27.00 per hour, depending on experience; this does not include the $6.00 per hour BC Wage Enhancement, which is paid to staff who hold the eligible certificates; * extended health & dental benefits * professional development opportunities * a warm, supportive Parkgate Society team * close to public transit (Phibbs Exchange) * a beautiful north Vancouver setting, close to parks, beaches, mountain trails, Bridgman Park and all kinds of amenities * a shared space at Lynn Creek Community Centre, with excellent programs and fitness facilities offered by the North Vancouver Recreation & Culture Commission. **What You'll Do:** * keep children safe and well supervised at all times and in every space, including the playground and outdoors * take an active part in all of the children's activities, including those that involve physical movement * work with your team to plan and lead activities that speak children's creativity & learning and support each child's social, emotional, cognitive and physical development, in line with the BC Early Learning Framework and the Code of Ethics * recognize & respond to each child's needs using developmentally appropriate, positive guidance * check each child in and out daily using our app, keeping attendance and ratios accurate * connect warmly and with empathy with families at drop-off and pick-up and note anything they share in the daily logbook * review the daily logbook and confidential documentation book at the start and end of each shift; adding details of the day * keep in regular touch with your team, other staff & families, in-person and through our communication apps * be a full and consistent team member in caring for the children and in running the program and centre, using reflective, open communication * lead monthly fire drills, which include exiting by the stairs from the third floor with all children and staff * make sure the program always follows child care licensing regulations and centre policies take on other duties as assigned by the Child Care Supervisor or Manager. **What You will bring:** * a valid Early Childhood Educator certificate * a current child care first aid certificate * a clear criminal records check for vulnerable persons * at least two (2