Richmond Child Care Resource & Referral

Salary: As per Richmond Communities Associations’ Job Evaluation: Preschool Instructor 1: $20.54-21.79 per hour (Rate effective Sep 2021; Sep 2022 rate under review) / Preschool Instructor 2: $22.59-23.97 per hour (Rate effective Sep 2021; Sep 2022 rate under review)

Benefits

• $4.00/hour ECE Wage Enhancement for eligible employees (must have valid ECE Certificate)
• Professional Development
• 4% vacation pay
• Benefits package including medical, dental and paid sick leave after three months probation (for employees working 20 hours or more per week).
• This position can be combined with other employment opportunities to reach or exceed 20 weekly hours, should candidate qualify.

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.

Duties and Responsibilities:

Programming

• Plan, implement, organize and lead preschool activities, special events, fundraising and field trips
• Assist with the development, planning and implementation of a comprehensive community based preschool program

Supervisory

• Assist volunteers and practicum students in the classroom
• Assist in the hiring of preschool staff (Preschool Instructor 2)
• Provide work direction to Preschool Instructor 1 (Preschool Instructor 2)

Customer Service/Communication

• 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

Safety/Risk Management

• 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

Administrative

• 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
• Other related duties as assigned

 Required Qualifications:

• BCRPA High Five - Principles of Healthy Child Development Certification (or willing to obtain)
• Grade 12 completion
• Preschool Instructor 1:  The above, plus enrolled and working towards an Early Childhood Education certificate, and one year experience or an equivalent combination of education and experience.
• Preschool Instructor 2:  The above, plus valid Early Childhood Education Certificate and two years experience or an equivalent combination of education and experience.

Licensing requirements prior to start date:

• Standard, Childcare or Emergency First Aid including CPR C
• Criminal Record Check (CRRP – Ministry of Public Safety and Solicitor General)
• 19+yrs of age,
• Immunization Record

Desirable Qualifications:

• Post Basic ECE Training
• Reggio Workshops
• 2nd language
• Sign language
• Music background
• Food Safe