Early childhood educator (ECE) or ECE infant toddler

Little Gnomes Childcare in downtown Parksville is seeking a full-time ECE and full time ECE with Infant and Toddler certification. You must have a valid work permit, we do sponser PNP. Starting wage is $21-22/hour plus the Wage Enhancement benefit. The successful candidate will have a valid ECE/IT certificate with a valid B.C. registry number and current first aid, be a team player that is open to adjusting to a dynamic work environment, and be willing and interested in additional educational opportunities through extra workshops. Any additional certificates from childcare workshops or Special Needs certification are a bonus.Our staff and management are down-to-earth, and we all work well together as part of a team. We try to have a staff meeting at least once a month to come together, problem solve, and collaborate on ways to improve ourselves and the center. We work with the Early Childhood Pedagogy Network as well.Some of the benefits of working here include laughing until you can't breathe, three weeks paid vacation each year (on top of your standard 4% holiday pay - holidays are one week at the end of summer and two weeks over Christmas and New Years), paid snow days and stat holidays (if our school district closes due to snow, so do we), benefit package at 50% cost to you, and discounted childcare (subject to availability of spots). We are located within walking distance of a market and a little food stall that serves delicious food, so if you forget your lunch, you can find something tasty to eat nearby.We spend a good portion of our sunny, warm days outside and have access to a large grassy field, in addition to our multiple play yards. We also have hi-vis gear and safety equipment for staff who decide to take their classrooms on walks down the road, so you can get your steps for the day in too!Interested applicants can submit their resume via Indeed. If you are contacted, please be prepared to bring your current and valid certifications with you to the interview.Job Types: Full-time, PermanentPay: From $27.00 per hourAdditional pay:

• Overtime pay

Benefits:

• Casual dress
• Company events
• Dental care
• Disability insurance
• Extended health care
• Life insurance
• On-site childcare
• On-site parking
• Paid time off
• Wellness program

Flexible language requirement:

• French not required

Schedule:

• 8 hour shift
• Day shift

Ability to commute/relocate:

• Parksville, BC V9P 1V5: reliably commute or plan to relocate before starting work (required)

Licence/Certification:

• First Aid Certificate (required)
• Early Childhood Education (required)

Work Location: In person