Early Childhood Educator

Early Childhood Educator

Daycare Department

ABOUT THE ROLE

We are seeking a passionate Early Childhood Educator who is looking for an enriching experience to be part of the daycare team. The Early Childhood Educator will be responsible for supporting and developing Fort McKay daycare students in a positive and nurturing environment. This is a full-time positions reporting directly to the Daycare Manager.

KEY RESPONSIBITIES

Primary responsibilities include, but are not limited to:

• Interact positively with children, parents, and other Educators.
• Ensure the safety and well-being of all children.
• Follow the policies and procedures for M.O.M’s Association handbook.
• Assist children as required for personal care such as feeding/eating, diapering/toileting, handwashing, teeth brushing, dressing etc.
• Assess and assist children in reaching developmental milestones (Social, Physical, Intellectual, Creative/Cultural, Emotional).
• Create a program plan of activities for the children and submit to manager for approval.
• Set up room and prepare to conduct activities.
• Role model appropriate behaviors.
• Provide a program lesson and a list of supplies needed to the Daycare Manager.
• Follow cleaning and sanitation schedules to ensure that toys, equipment, and facility are clean and sanitary.
• Maintain room, equipment, and materials in a neat, orderly fashion.
• Ensure that children are signed in and out daily.
• Fill out appropriate forms as required.
• Participate in training and team building opportunities.
• Be an active member on the programs committee to create lessons plans with the board members and get approval.
• Provide outdoor play, weather permitted.
• Other duties as assigned.

KEY REQUIREMENTS

• Level 1 certification in Early Childhood OR must achieve within six (6) months of hire
• Must provide OR achieve First Aid in Child (within 3 months of hire)
• Must be willing to participate in additional training opportunities
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills
• Ability to perform heavy lifting
• Experience working in a First Nations community including knowledge of First Nations culture, traditions and values is a definite asset
• Clean Criminal Record Check with vulnerable sector required
• Valid class 5 Driver’s License & Clean Driver’s Abstract required

WHY APPLY?

At Fort McKay, we value the dedication of our employees, which is why we give so much in return. In addition to Competitive Pay, we also offer the following; 

• Comprehensive Health benefits package with Medical, Dental and Vision coverage
• An employer matched Pension Plan
• A healthy work-life balance with an on-site fitness centre
• Transportation to and from work
• The opportunity to work with a community that is committed to protecting its traditional lands

ABOUT FORT MCKAY

The Fort McKay First Nation (FMFN) is composed of over 800 band members, including those of Cree and Dene heritage, with approximately 400 members residing in the hamlet of Fort McKay — a community located approximately 65 km north of Fort McMurray. Fort McKay offers the best of both worlds: remote northern life for the nature lover and proximity to a large city of about 70,000 people with all the amenities you need.

HOW TO APPLY:

ONLINE: https://fortmckayfirstnation2.applytojob.com/apply

Closing Date: September 29, 2024

Please indicate Competition #057-2024

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• Preference will be given to qualified applicants of Indigenous ancestry in any hiring decision, please declare your Indigenous status in your application.

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