Terra Early Learning is a community-minded early years centre with a progressive educational approach. Our mission is to co-create an environment where students experience what it means to conserve Earth’s natural resources, so we can leave our planet sustainable for all living things now, and in the future.
Education for Sustainability is woven into all aspects of our engaging, authentic, and experiential curriculum of inquiry, outdoor learning, play-based learning, and Montessori. Our program is integrated to tailor to students' individual needs with an intentional focus on children’s social-emotional development, health, and well-being.
The Opportunity
Terra is seeking loving, passionate, and dedicated Educators with a commitment to life-long learning to join our Early Learning Department. As an Educator, you will be responsible for providing exceptional education in a nurturing environment.
The esteemed members of our school community bring with them diverse experiences, unique perspectives, and varied educational backgrounds. Every individual on our team is valued, heard, and respected. We work collectively to achieve our mission, while embodying our values in everything that we do.
The Role
As an Early Childhood Educator, you will:
- Fulfill duties as prescribed by Vancouver Coastal Health (VCH), which includes ensuring Terra Early Learning operates in full accordance with VCH regulations.
- Implement Terra Early Learning’s curriculum and suggests ways to improve our program.
- Provide learning experiences and opportunities to our young children, with a commitment to uphold our mission and vision towards sustainable living.
- Develop a strong understanding of Terra’s school culture, and what sets us apart from other early learning centres.
- Establish loving, positive, safe and secure relationships with the children.
- Nurture children’s individual physical, social-emotional, and mental wellness needs.
- Connect and engage in collaborative partnerships with fellow educators, colleagues, leaders, families, and the greater community.
- Prepare the classroom to ensure a clean and safe environment, including the organization of classroom materials.
- Plan, implement, and organize a program in-line with Terra Early Learning’s curriculum.
- Provide age-appropriate activities to support the development of children’s social-emotional, cognitive, language, and physical growth.
- Document children’s learning progress and communicate with families/caregivers and colleagues regarding children’s development and progress.
- Attend staff meetings and professional development opportunities where necessary.
The Qualifications
As an Early Childhood Educator, you have:
- A valid Early Childhood Educator Certification
- A valid Emergency Child Care First Aid & CPR/AED Level B Certification
- A clear Criminal Record Check
- Legally permitted to work in Canada
- Strong communication skills; spoken and written in English
- A commitment to learn, apply, embody, and champion Terra’s Values and Mission
- A deep understanding and commitment for the industry in which we operate
- Excellent interpersonal skills. Have a passion for building and maintaining relationships with students, families, and colleagues
- A growth mindset, recognizing opportunities for learning and growth daily
- Experience, knowledge in Education for Sustainability is an asset
- Ability to thrive in a creation, growth-stage environment
The Perks
Some of the industry-leading benefits you will receive working at Terra Early Learning:
- Competitive salary commensurate with education and experience
- Enjoy approximately 4 weeks of scheduled school closures throughout the year, offering built-in breaks for rest, family time, and rejuvenation
- 4% vacation pay (equivalent to 2 weeks pay), paid out during planned school closures
- Public and bank holidays and holiday increases with service and seniority
- Five paid sick days annually
- A unique Support Team model that prioritizes educator well-being and professional fulfillment
- Growth mindset environment and Professional Development budget
- Future opportunities for growth within Terra Early Learning in terms of roles and responsibilities as we grow!
Full-time staff are also eligible for:
- Extended Health and Dental Benefits following the probationary period, employer co-pay for a value of approximately $810/year
- Daily Chef-prepared lunch for a value of $2000/year
- Employee child care discount
Job Types: Full-time, Part-time, Permanent
Pay: $26.00-$31.00 per hour
Benefits:
- Dental care
- Discounted or free food
- Extended health care
- On-site childcare
- On-site parking
- Paid time off
- Vision care
Work Location: In person
