Willowbrae Academy - Victoria is looking for PASSIONATE, PROFESSIONAL & ENERGETIC EARLY CHILDHOOD EDUCATOR ASSISTANTS join our new Academy. In this role, you will provide nurturing care and education to young children in a group setting. Each day, you will help children to learn and grow by implementing a daily balance of active/ quiet, indoor/ outdoor, free structured, individual and group activities that will encourage physical, social, intellectual, emotional and sensory development at the appropriate level for each child. Qualifications: • A clear criminal reference check • CPR and First Aid Certification • 3 professional references • A positive, fun-loving attitude • Ability to work in a team and self-motivated • ECA Responsibilities include but not limited to the following; • Plans and implements enriched programs in accordance with curriculum objectives, developmentally appropriate practice, and program philosophy; • Guide, demonstrate, and encourage children's activities throughout the day. • Takes a leadership role in the classroom and provides excellent supervision and interaction with children at all times. Strong sense of responsibility and dependability. • Observes children in their surroundings and assesses individual and group needs; • Promotes open communication and works cooperatively and effectively as a team member, with families and the Academy's management. •Judgement and initiative in the early identification of program deficiencies. WHY WORK FOR WILLOWBRAE? • Willowbrae is a fast-growing nationwide company expanding rapidly in BC, Alberta, Ontario, Manitoba and Nova Scotia. • Room for advancement and transfers to other Academies or provinces. • Comprehensive dental & health benefits package. • Competitive wage packages. • State of the art facilities equipped with the exclusive Braeview technology. • All Academies have a professional cleaning crew that does not include you. • All meals are prepared in our centre's kitchen facilities. • Join a collaborative supportive environment. Logo wear credits and regular staff outings. • The opportunity to create and shape the future of this new Victoria Academy. Job Type: Full-time Required education: ECA Certificate Wage: $15-$15.75 Benefits after 3 months Required experience: one year in preschool classroom Required Certificates: ECA Certificate, First Aid and CPR, Clear Criminal Record Check