Job Board > Early Childhood Educator Assistant (Permanent, Full-Time) - Union Gospel Mission
Position: Early Childhood Educator Assistant (Permanent, Full-Time)
Deadline: September 12, 2022
Posted: August 18, 2022
Job Description / Duties
The Opportunity
Are you a mature Christian who is passionate about providing high-quality and culturally diverse Early Years programming? The Early Childhood Educator Assistant works closely with all Child Care Centre staff to plan, develop and lead children in activities to stimulate and develop cognitive, physical, social, and emotional growth, and ensure their security and well-being. If you have a strong relationship with Jesus Christ, 2 or more years of related work experience, a BC ECEA Certificate, and a class 5 driver’s license this could be a great fit!
You will frequently deal with clients in crisis situations, brought about by diverse problems. There will be other staff nearby to assist as required.
There are two openings for this permanent full-time (37.5 hours per week) position. For a copy of the full job description, please visit our website.
Qualifications / Required Skills
What You’ll Need
If you are considering employment with UGM, you must:
• be legally entitled to work in Canada
• be able to demonstrate compatibility with our Core Values
• agree with our Statement of Faith
• be willing to provide, as a condition of employment, a current criminal record check, with vulnerable sector search, if you are the successful candidate.
• possess a valid, unrestricted driver’s license and submit a current driver’s abstract.
Additional Information
How to Apply
To submit your cover letter and résumé by September 12, 2022, visit ugm.ca/careers. If you have questions about this posting, please contact Sharon Romero, People & Culture Partner at 604 215 5430 x 528. We welcome applications from all qualified individuals, and are especially-but not only- interested in applications from Indigenous, First Nations & Métis individuals. Due to the fragile nature of the clients we serve, only female applicants will be considered for this position.
Contact Information
Sharon Romero, People & Culture Partner at 604 215 5430 x 528
Employer Profile
Who We Are
Demonstrating the love of Christ, UGM feeds hope and changes lives through a faith-based continuum of care. We are a proud member of the Canadian Council of Christian Charities and have earned the Best Christian Workplace award again in 2021. We provide competitive salaries, generous vacation and sick leave, an RRSP matching program, as well as the potential for educational assistance. In addition, our extensive benefits plan is fully employer-paid and includes extended dental and medical, as well as $4,500 per year in pooled para-medical expenses. A focus on employee resilience, support for professional development, engagement in meaningful work, and a fun and caring environment are all part of being a member of the UGM team. If you are someone who desires to learn and grow, has a passion to serve and make a difference, and connects with others with both humility and humour, then you will be a great fit at UGM.