BGC Niagara is hiring a Full Time Registered Early Childhood Educator.

Employment type: Full Time 35-44 hours per Week.

Starting rate: Registered Early Childhood Educators - $21.86- $22.86

On top of the base wage, Registered Early childhood Educators working in Licensed Child Care receive a $2/hr. Wage Enhancement.

Full-time placement offers: A comprehensive benefits package after 3 months. Additionally, these positions have opportunities to participate in a company matched retirement savings plan after 3 months.

Qualifications needed for Employment

College and/or University Diploma/Degree in: Registered Early Childhood Educator - At time of hire
Current Vulnerable Sector Police Clearance. Valid only if obtained within 6 months or less. - Must have proof of receipt at time of hire (Takes up to 8 weeks to obtain with the police department)
Immunizations Records - At time of hire
Standard First Aid/CPRC - Must be valid at time of hire
Food Handlers - Can obtain during employment
High Five - Can obtain during employment
Previous Child Care Experience - Preferred – Can be gained through employment.
Duties and Responsibilities:

The role of the Program Worker is to help carry out the day to day operations of the child care centre, helping implement programs for children in care within the requirements of the current curriculum following How Does Learning Happen? Deliverables include but are not exclusive to:

Responsible for care and safety of the children;
Prepare daily plans for assigned activities consistent with program curriculum handbooks;
Supervise and instruct children assigned to your group;
Follow the safe arrival and departure practices;
Follow the healthy principles of child development, High 5;
Why Work at the BGC Niagara?

As part of Canada’s largest child and youth-serving agency, BGC Niagara is a charitable, community-supported organization dedicated to helping children and youth reach their full potential.

Since 1960, BGC Niagara has provided a broad spectrum of services for children and youth 0 – 24 years of age, including food, shelter, transportation, childcare, aquatics, recreation, physical activity, leadership, and life skill programs.

Today, BGC Niagara serves vulnerable children and youth across the Niagara Region. As a leading provider of quality programs for children and youth, BGC Niagara offers transformative experiences that are accessible, reliable, and open to all, with a focus on providing safe places where kids can develop confidence, gain skills, and experience success.

Interested Candidates should apply by sending a cover letter and resume to employment@bgcn.ca no later then October 11, 2024.

The Boys and Girls Club of Niagara is an equal opportunity employer committed to inclusive, barrier-free recruitment and selection processes and work environment. We will accommodate the needs of the applicants under the Ontario Human Rights Code and the Accessibility for Ontarians with Disabilities Act (AODA) throughout all stages of the recruitment and selection process. Please advise the Human Resources Department to ensure your accessibility needs are accommodated throughout this process. Information received relating to accommodation measures will be addressed confidentially.