One on One Support Educator

Edmonton Region Child Care Association (ERCCA) is hiring two contract support educator positions. Both positions will be working one on one with a child with diverse needs. Summer contract, with possibility of continuing in a new position with our association in the future.

Qualifications

• Level 1, 2 or 3 child care certification issued by the province of Alberta
• Experience in child care
• Experience working with children with diverse needs in a support role an asset.
• Valid first aid certification
• Clear police check including vulnerable sector, issued in the last 6 months.

Job Description

• Provide one on one support to children in our program when needed
• Work collaboratively within a team of child care educators
• Support weekly program plans reflective of children's interests, and the values and goals of the Flight Framework.
• Document children's learning through pedagogical documentation and learning stories shared with families through parent communication app.
• Communicate daily with families regarding program activities and expectations.
• Closely supervise children at all times, always maintaining child/educator ratios.
• Create and maintain positive relationships with children and their families.
• Encourage children to foster independence and to be responsible for themselves and their actions.
• Model appropriate behaviours, guide children’s behaviour according to the Behaviour Guidance Policy.
• Daily cleaning and organizing of program space as needed.

Benefits

• Competitive wages based on ECE level; $15.55- $18.10 plus government wage top up.
• Paid sick, vacation and float days for full time educators.
• Ongoing professional development opportunities.
• Association promotes from within, including leadership and pedagogical roles.