early childhood educator (ECE) assistant

*Overview* We are seeking a passionate and dedicated Early Childhood Education Assistant to join our team. This role involves creating a nurturing and engaging learning environment for young children, fostering their development through play and structured activities. The ideal candidate will possess a strong commitment to early childhood education and the ability to communicate effectively with children, parents, and colleagues. *About Our school* Earth Child Montessori School was established in 2001. It is an early learning Montessori program designed for infant and children up to 12 years old. We are a government licensed Montessori daycare center and a member of the American Montessori Society (AMS). In the past 20 years, our school has been expanding continuously. We have over a 180 children ranging from ages 1-12 enrolled in our programs. *Duties* * Develop and implement age-appropriate lesson plans that promote physical, emotional, and cognitive development. * Create a safe, inclusive, and stimulating classroom environment that encourages exploration and learning. * Assess and monitor children's progress, providing feedback to parents regarding their child's development. * Foster positive relationships with children, encouraging social skills and teamwork through group activities. * Maintain accurate records of student attendance, assessments, and developmental milestones. * Collaborate with other educators and staff to enhance the educational experience for all students. * Participate in school activities and events like professional development days, parent-teacher conferences, winter concert and etc. * Adapt teaching methods to accommodate diverse learning styles and needs, including those of children with disabilities. * Communicate effectively with parents about their child's progress and any concerns that may arise. *Skills* * Strong leadership skills to guide children in their learning journey. * Excellent time management skills to balance lesson planning, teaching, and administrative tasks. * Ability to communicate clearly and effectively with children, parents, and colleagues. * Organizational skills to maintain a structured classroom setting. * Knowledge of educational principles that support the cognitive development of young children. * Proficiency in English is essential for effective communication within the school community. * Proficient in computer operation for educational purposes and record keeping. * Bilingual abilities are a plus for effective communication with diverse families. *Certificates:* * Local SIN Number * Effective BC Early Childhood Educator License/ Early Childhood Education Assistant License * First Aid * Valid Working Visa/ Working Permit Join us in making a difference in the lives of young learners by providing them with the foundation they need for future success! *\*PLEASE NOTE THAT OUR SCHOOL WILL NOT SEND ANY MESSAGE OR LINKS ABOUT THE JOB OFFER. EMAIL US IF YOU HAVE ANY QUESTIONS, AND DO NOT TRUST THE MESSAGE; IT COULD BE A SCAM.* Job Types: Full-time, Part-time Pay: From $19.00 per hour Benefits: * On-site parking * Tuition reimbursement Work Location: In person Location Richmond , BC Work location On site Salary $ 19.00 HOUR hourly Terms of employment Full time Starts as soon as possible vacancies 1 vacancy Source indeed.com #10241141387 Various locations Richmond, BC