Early Childhood Educators

The Catholic Independent Schools of the Nelson Diocese (CISND) hosts six elementary schools and one high school. The Diocese is located in the beautiful Okanagan and Kootenay regions of British Columbia.

We are committed to hiring qualified employees who are dedicated to education in the Roman Catholic tradition. St. Mary's Elementary (Cranbrook, BC) Our Lady of Lourdes (West Kelowna, BC) St.

Michael’s School (Trail, BC) invites applications at this time for : Early Childhood Educators CISND is recruiting for enthusiastic and dedicated Certified Early Childhood Educator (ECE) to join our team.

Our daycare and out of school care programs operate through the year in bright, clean and well-maintained spaces. This includes full access to the school facilities, 2 gyms, libraries and outside playgrounds, catering to ages 5 11.

Our program staff encourage and facilitate children’s participation in planned activities, providing guidance and instruction while monitoring individual and group behaviour to ensure a safe, nurturing, creative environment.

Our successful candidate will : be able to provide a warm, compassionate learning environment. enjoy fostering children’s sense of well-being, promoting feelings of belonging and inclusiveness.

be flexible to the changing needs of the children and programs. work in a team environment, collaboratively with children and families, colleagues and administration.

have problem solving and multi-tasking skills. maintain a neat, orderly and clean environment, including all activity areas.

have the ability to work under minimal supervision. Preference will be given to candidates with the following qualifications : Commitment to Catholic education Training specific to the role (ECE / ECEA / Responsible Adult preferred) with proven experience Flexible schedule Monday to Friday Excellent communication and interpersonal skills Ability to use discretion when dealing with confidential matters The following is to be included in your application : Cover letter Resume / curriculum vitae Relevant Certificates, licences, memberships / honours in professional / technical associations and associated post secondary transcripts CISND pastoral reference form Catholic applicants must provide : Certificate of Baptism or RCIA certificate;

Certificate of Catholic marriage, if applicable As a condition of employment, successful candidates will be required to provide or complete a valid criminal record check and complete diocesan Safe Environnment training and submit documentation to indicate they are legally entitled to work in Canada (photocopy of Canadian birth certificate or Canadian passport).