Early Childhood Educator Strong Start Facilitator On-Call

School District 39 Vancouver
CA - British Columbia - vancouver
July 6, 2024

THE ORGANIZATION:
VANCOUVER SCHOOL BOARD (SCHOOL DISTRICT 39) With deep gratitude and respect, we are honoured to be learning and unlearning on the ancestral and unceded lands of the x?m?θk?y?m (Musqueam), S?wx_wú7mesh Úxwumixw (Squamish) Nation, and s?lilw?ta? (Tsleil-Waututh) Nation.
At the VSB, we are proud to provide exceptional learning experiences for students.
As a large, urban school district, the VSB is one of Canada's most diverse school systems and equity and inclusivity are at the forefront of our approach to education.
Throughout the District, more than 7,700 staff work to create learning environments where every student thrives by prioritizing students' needs, applying evidence-informed practices, and building relationships.
The VSB's culture reflects the diversity of our city.
Students enrolled in VSB come from varied backgrounds and lived experiences and are encouraged to explore and share their unique selves and gifts.
Our commitment to students goes beyond academics with students' overall well-being and sense of belonging being equally important.
As an organization, we strive to build a school system where every student can be their authentic self and succeed throughout their learning journey.
In doing this work, we champion equity and accountability by making evidence-based decisions.
As a learning organization, humility is our guidepost as we work to continually improve student outcomes in service to them, their families, and the broader community.
For more information about our school district, visit
/vsb.bc.ca/.
THE OPPORTUNITY:
EARLY CHILDHOOD EDUCATOR, STRONGSTART FACILITATOR (ON-CALL) StrongStart is a free drop-in program offered to parents and caregivers with children ages zero to five years old.
StrongStart program emphasizes learning through play, language and positive social interactions.
StrongStart provides a rich learning environment, designed for early learning development.
Qualified early childhood educators lead learning activities where children find opportunities to make friends and interact with others of similar ages.
The overall learning experience is shared as parents and caregivers attend with their children and are encouraged to get involved in activities like telling stories, playing games and serving healthy snacks.
StrongStart Facilitators are responsible for creating and facilitating a StrongStart Program with an environment where parents and caregivers participate alongside their children in an interactive play-based setting.
QUALIFICATIONS Completion of Grade 12 Must have a valid B.C.
Early Childhood Educator License to Practice (please include a scanned copy in your application) Emergency First Aid - Community Care training (must possess or be willing to complete prior to employment) More than two years' ECE working experience Knowledge of child development, family dynamics, community resources and early learning COMPENSATION The salary for this position is $32.62/hour plus 20% in lieu of benefits and stat holidays (14% if contributing to an existing municipal pension plan).
Depending on your availability, this on-call position covers absences and vacancies for the StrongStart program (4-hour shifts) and the Seamless Childcare program (5.5-hour shifts).
Working months are September to June each year.
Once hired, employees can remain on-call or apply to temporary contracts and continuing/permanent positions via the VSB internal job board.
All permanent positions include a comprehensive benefits package (including extended health, dental and municipal pension plan) after passing a probation period of 16 weeks.
TO APPLY Create a profile on Make a Future Click "Apply Now" under ECE, EA and Support Staff positions Upload all supporting documents.
Your application must include a cover letter, resume, a copy of your ECE license, and 3 professional references (recent supervisors only) Answer the job posting questions Once your application has been submitted you will receive a confirmation email.
This posting is ongoing until filled.
Qualified applicants are encouraged to apply as soon as possible.
Please note, only candidates shortlisted for an interview will be contacted.
The VSB has been given approval from the Human Rights Tribunal for a Special Program under s.
42(3) of the Human Rights Code.
Under this special program, the VSB seeks to preferentially hire Aboriginal persons to a variety of teaching positions.
Therefore, each applicant may wish to provide, on a voluntary basis, information whether they self-identify as an Aboriginal person.

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